The striker's move to Lille marks a return to his home country for the first time since 2012, when he left Montpellier for Arsenal.

Despite a standing ovation on his farewell night, Giroud leaves LAFC with just five goals in 37 appearances and struggled to find form in a 1-0 loss.

LAFC have already found the player they want to replace Olivier Giroud at the club, with the MLS side planning a major transfer coup.