Friends of Olivier Giroud have responded to claims he wants to leave Arsenal.

The France striker has been linked with Napoli and AC Milan in Italy ahead of the winter market.

However, close friends insist Giroud is happy where he is.

One told Foot Mercato: "He never came into contact with Italian clubs. Olivier is very happy at Arsenal. He's going to do his season here. Nothing is possible in January for Olivier.

"He has no plans to move during the winter transfer window."