Olivier Giroud’s agent talks up Napoli move as Arsenal eye Gonzalo Higuain swap deal

OLIVIER GIROUD would be open to moving to Napoli this summer, his agent has claimed.

By Marc Williams        

ONE IN ONE OUT: Gonzalo Higuain and Olivier Giroud could swap clubs this summer

Arsenal could reportedly be set for a major revamp in their striking department as they look to finally land Gonzalo Higuain.

The Gunners are determined to sign a new striker this summer and Higuain, who scored 36 goals for Napoli in Serie A last season, would fit the bill.

Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio claimed yesterday that Arsene Wenger could offer Giroud plus cash to bring the Argentina superstar to England.

“There is no fear in Olivier possibly going to Napoli, it is a magnificent city”

Mickael Manuello

RaiSport journalist Ciro Venerato then backed up these claims today by stating that Wenger is ready to hold talks with Napoli and has already offered a package deal of £42.2m and Giroud for Higuain.

Now Giroud’s agent has entered the proceedings, insisting his client would be interested in such a deal.

Speaking on Radio CRC, Mickael Manuello said: “At the moment, Giroud is an Arsenal player.

“If he was asked to leave, then we would evaluate our options.
“There is no fear in Olivier possibly going to Napoli, it is a magnificent city.
"In Campania, my client could lead a wonderful life, not to mention that the type of game orchestrated by Napoli coach [Maurizio] Sarri could enhance the quality of a centre-forward like him.”