Montpellier striker Olivier Giroud is dreaming of playing in the English Premier League – but that thought will be kept at the back of his mind under after Euro 2012.

 

The Frenchman has been linked with both Arsenal and Newcastle United this season, although Montpellier owner Louis Nicollin dubbed the former "too small" and told the latter Giroud is worth €50M.

 

The chances are however that the forward is closer to the exit door than Nicollin would like to admit, and for much less than €50M.

 

And it is a move to England which tickles Giroud’s fancy.

 

"I have always stated that it would be a dream to play in England, said the Frenchman.

 

"But I am focused on Montpellier for now because I owe them a lot. I don’t want to think about too many things at once.

 

"We are all hoping to play in Europe and the next two months will be a turning point for our season.

 

"My personal objective is to score 20 goals and end the season as top scorer.

 

"I want to go to the Euros with the French team so I have to aim to finish above the other forwards."

 

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