Olivier Giroud could make earlier injury return for Arsenal and play alongside Danny Welbeck up front, says Arsene Wenger
- Olivier Giroud's was meant to be out until next year with foot injury
- Giroud suffered a broken foot while playing against Everton in August
- Gunners boss Arsene Wenger says Giroud and Danny Welbeck could play together in tandem up front for the club
- Welbeck joined Arsenal for £16million from Manchester United this summer
Olivier Giroud could be back in action for Arsenal sooner than first thought - and in a partnership with Danny Welbeck.
Gunners boss Arsene Wenger revealed fans could see Giroud back before the initial prognosis of next year after successful surgery on a foot injury.
And he could find himself in a new system alongside fellow Emirates frontman Welbeck.
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Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger says striker Olivier Giroud (left) could return from injury earlier than expected
Giroud (centre) was spotted out in Paris with his family on Monday morning as he recovers from injury
The France striker (left) is ahead of schedule as his rehabilitation continues, according to Wenger
Giroud (left) has had surgery on a foot injury he picked up while playing for the Gunners in August
Giroud (right) suffered a broken foot against Everton and was expected to be out until early next year
'Olivier Giroud is recovering very well,' Wenger told beIN Sports.
'I believe he is ahead of schedule in terms of rehabilitation. The operation went perfectly.
'Welbeck and [Giroud] can play together in the centre or separately.'
The Arsenal boss cites examples of Welbeck's versatility while at Manchester United as a reason why the duo can work as a partnership.
Wenger added: 'Welbeck also played on one side to Manchester United. Welbeck played in the same team with Rooney and van Persie. He can play down the sides.'
Since joining the Gunners in a £16million deal last month, the England forward has scored four goals in six appearances for the club.
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Wenger also added that Giroud could play alongside striker Danny Welbeck (right) when he returns from injury
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