Olivier Giroud said he still wants to improve at 40 and considers joining Lille a suitable decision. In an L’Équipe interview presented by BongdaPlus, he described feeling more at peace with his career while remaining willing to work hard to stay competitive.

Giroud recalled admiring Franco Baresi and Paolo Maldini for extending their careers. He highlighted disciplined lifestyles and professionalism as ways older players can continue contributing, and welcomed the warm reception he has received since returning to France.