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How Giroud made history no player would want to have after Chelsea defeat

Olivier Giroud 3-1 Arsenal loss loss to Swansea (L) and after signing for Chelsea (R) at Stamford Bridge in 3-0 Bournemouth loss [Photo: Courtesy]

Olivier Giroud completed his £18m surprise move from English Premier League side Arsenal across London to Chelsea just after playing for Arsene Wenger in Wales against Swansea.

The Frenchman moved straight to Stamford Bridge to have his medical switching camp to the London rivals hours later.

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