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Chelsea secretly extended Olivier Giroud’s contract in April throwing AC Milan transfer in doubt

CHELSEA have confirmed that they have already agreed an extension to Olivier Giroud’s contract for another year.

The Frenchman’s current deal was due to expire at the end of this campaign.

AFP

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Chelsea director Marina Granovskaia told the club’s website: “Olivier has been such a crucial part of so many big moments for this club, from his contribution to our FA Cup victory in 2018 to scoring 11 goals on the way to winning the Europa League in 2019.

“He has continued to score significant goals, and we will never forget his effort against Atletico Madrid on the way to winning the Champions League this season.

“With so much to still to play for, there was only one decision we could make when we exercised the option to extend his contract back in April.”

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