The Arsenal striker sits in the starting XI and in his time has become an essential part of Arsenal’s team. With the arrival of Alexis, and with the likes of Campbell and Sanogo, Giroud might find himself on the bench a few times. Reports in France lately state that Giroud is set to sign a new contract. Until then, the 27 year old is on £60,000 per week and has another 3 years on his contract.