Giroud admits he stayed at Chelsea because of the coronavirus

Olivier Giroud, Chelsea playerHe admitted that one of the reasons why he decided not to leave the English club is because of the coronavirus.

The French striker ended his contract with Chelsea in late June, but reached an agreement with the club to extend it by one year plus.

“I took advantage of my opportunities and gave confidence back to the coach. So the club offered me the opportunity to continue and I accepted. I like being here and I want to continue winning titles, “Giroud explained. on the Chelsea website.

However, the coronavirus pandemic also played a part important in your decision.

“Also, with the whole coronavirus situation, I was not very comfortable with the idea of ​​going abroad and taking my family of its environment. I think a lot about quality of life and here we have a good home, “added the Frenchman.