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Andrea Pirlo is open to bringing Olivier Giroud to Juventus this month as boss admits the Chelsea striker would be 'handy' after run of eight goals in his last seven games

Juventus boss Andrea Pirlo has backed his side to make a move for Chelsea veteran striker Olivier Giroud in the transfer market this month.

The 34-year-old has been in electrifying form recently, striking eight goals in his last appearances at club level.

And with the Frenchman desperate for consistent opportunities ahead of this summer's European Championship, a move away from Stamford Bridge could be in the offing.

Olivier Giroud has been in stunning form for Chelsea
Andrea Pirlo admitted he would be 'handy' for Juventus
The Frenchman vies for the ball with Douglas Luiz during last week's clash at Stamford Bridge

Pirlo made little secret of his excitement at the prospect of what Giroud could bring to Juve, admitting to DAZN, via Football Italia, after his side's 4-1 win over Udinese: 'He'd be handy!