Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud is determined to build on last season's goalscoring record.

Giroud netted 16 goals and chalked up eight assists as Arsenal finished fourth in the Premier League but the 27-year-old is well aware of the need for a better return.

"I feel I can go on improving," he told L'Equipe. "I can improve some parts of my game and have better statistics.

"For a forward, statistics are important, especially when you negotiate a contract. In the Champions League, it was more difficult. But you also need titles and key performances.

"I am working hard in front of goal post to try to sort out some details. I think about missed opportunities, notably against Chelsea."