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Koscielny goes AWOL but is ‘very hurt’ by unfortunate Arsenal exit saga, says Giroud

The former Gunners striker feels for a fellow Frenchman who is pushing for a summer switch away from Emirates Stadium after nine years in north London

Laurent Koscielny may have gone AWOL at Arsenal in an effort to force a move away from the club, but former Gunners striker Olivier Giroud says his fellow Frenchman is “very hurt” by the unfortunate episode.

After nine years of loyal service in north London, and with 12 months left to run on his current contract, the club captain at Emirates Stadium is looking for a way out.

Koscielny is hoping to see his deal ripped up, allowing him to return to his homeland as a free agent.