Olivier Giroud is determined to reclaim Arsenal’s centre-forward role from Alexis Sanchez after international break
French international is yet to start for the Gunners in the Premier League this season after suffering toe injury
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OLIVIER GIROUD has sent a message to Arsenal teammate Alexis Sanchez as he vows to reclaim his place in the starting line up.
Sanchez has rediscovered his form this season and has netted eight goals and proved seven assists for the Gunners after being played as a lone central striker.
Giroud is yet to start a Premier League game for Arsene Wenger's side this season after suffering from a toe injury.
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But despite losing his position to Sanchez, the Frenchman insists he will do what ever it takes to reclaim his position.
Speaking to Telefoot, Giroud said: "I do not have any doubts about my future at Arsenal.
"There is always competition for places. There are a lot of attackers at every big club.
"At the moment, the coach prefers Sanchez up front, also because I have been injured. I just hope to get playing time again now.
"Alexis and I are different types of attackers and the coach has to make a decision.
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"But I intend to come back even stronger."
Giroud has only made eight appearances for Arsenal this season, scoring just three goals, with two coming against Sunderland before netting against Ludogorets.
After playing from start to finish in France's 2-1 win over Sweden, the 30-year-old will hope he will be considered to start against Manchester United when the Premier League returns.
But the Gunners have been in strong form and are unbeaten in their last 16 matches, meaning it will be unlikely for Wenger to ditch Sanchez for the clash at Old Trafford.