Olivier Giroud: Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger reveals three reasons for Chelsea transfer ARSENE WENGER was reluctant to sell Olivier Giroud to a direct rival but claims the transfer ultimately came down to three factors. By Andy Wilson / Published 5th February 2018 The Frenchman left the Emirates on deadline day, completing an £18m switch to Premier League champions Chelsea. Wenger’s decision to authorise the sale has been criticised by some supporters, but the Arsenal boss has lifted the lid on the reasons that culminated in the deal going through. Firstly, it allowed the Gunners to complete their club record move for Pierre Emerick-Aubameyang from Borussia Dortmund....
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