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Olivier Giroud admits he is considering quitting Arsenal with Everton and West Ham circling.

Big spending Everton are admirers of the Frenchman, with some reports suggesting Ronald Koeman has already spoken to him about a switch to Goodison this summer.

And speaking at the Puma kit launch of Arsenal’s new third kit in Australia, Giroud confirmed he is pondering a move away following the arrival of Alexandre Lacazette.

“It is to be honest with you,” the Gunners striker replied when asked if leaving was an option this summer.

“But because there is nothing (confirmed) yet I am here for pre-season. I wanted to travel.

“Some people asked me if I was going to travel or not, I said of course I’m an Arsenal player.

“I just want to prepare well for the season and we’ll see later. One thing is for sure is I really enjoyed my five years at Arsenal.”

Giroud added: “It’s been five years, this could be my sixth.

“I had an amazing welcome from the fans and the club - it’s been five amazing years and I won’t forget it, no matter what happens.”

Lacazette’s arrival in a £52 million deal has been the catalyst for the speculation that Giroud could be set for the exit door.

With the World Cup looming large at the end of the season, he is known to want regular first team football in a bid to ensure he remains firmly in the plans of France boss Didier Deschamps.

And given he lost his place to Danny Welbeck at the back end of last season, Lacazette’s arrival could see him fall further down the pecking order in north London.

“It’s always nice for the club to have several strikers with different qualities and it’s always nice to have competition,” said Giroud, when asked about Lacazette.

“I’m still an Arsenal player for the moment, so I try to be a professional.

“No matter what happens I will do my job on the pitch and will try to prepare well for the season. That’s what is important for me."

Meanwhile Mesut Ozil has confirmed he wants to sign a new Arsenal contract.

“Definitely,” he said, when asked if his preference is to extend his stay at the Emirates.

“It is such a great club, I’ve always said I feel very well at Arsenal.”

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