AC Milan centre-forward Zlatan Ibrahimovic says he'd welcome Olivier Giroud to the club.

Off contract from Chelsea to the end of this month, Giroud is said to have verbally agreed a two-year contract with the Rossonero.

For Ibrahimovic, the France international's arrival would be a boost.

"I would be happy if Olivier Giroud joined AC Milan, we need players like him, he's a winner," said the Swede.

Milan will compete in the Champions League next season.