"He now generally comes on as a super sub, and nearly always contributes."

What exactly has Giroud contributed as a sub this season?

Non-existent in his sub appearances.
Time to move on now, served his purpose.


"Much depends on our success sourcing a 20 goal a season CF, long missing since Costa's departure."

We've got one in Tammy and cost us nothing!
My preference would be to sign Sancho and stick with our current striker options (Tammy, Kai and maybe Timo Werner).

I say that with the greatest of respect for Giroud' achievements, but just isn't conducive to anything Tuchel is trying to achieve.
May well win the CL which would be an incredible send-off for him to complete the set.

No player has changed my opinion more (in a positive sense) from before & after we signed him in my 25 or so years supporting Chelsea.

I do understand why Arsenal fans were so frustrated with him, he's not a #1 for a top club, but I honestly can't think of a backup I've rather have. Awesome old school target man. 100% deserves a CL winners medal

What exactly has Giroud contributed as a sub this season?
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From his stats...4 goals from 6 sub appearances. For starters.
Not my words but Tuchel saying "if we are chasing a game against defensive play...Olivier is a good option".

I’ve no issue letting him go.

I sincerely believe that Olly has been a good honest pro with us,but we, as well as him must move on.
I think that he could still do a good job in the French league,which is his home,also he could/would demand a very healthy signing on fee over there.

So, best of luck Olivier, it's been good to know you.

Terribly mistreated and managed. Guy is expected to come on with 5 minutes left after not playing for a month and salvage something. Do I mind he’s not Starting? No. But his lack of game time had been poorly managed. I think subs need Atleast 15/20 minutes to make an impact

IF we win the Champions League next week, then his goal against Athletico is worth the admission fee alone. Been a great pro, he won stuff with us and will always be fondly remembered by the fans, but it's time for both of us as a Club and him as a player to move on. Thanks for the memories Olly.

"From his stats...4 goals from 6 sub appearances. For starters"

3 goals in 13 sub appearances, 2 under Frank and 1 under Tuchel (I disregarded less than 10 min sub appearances).
His impact off the bench has been negligible this season.

I like him a person, he's been the consummate professional in his time with us and I see his value to the squad if we need a more direct approach to a target man if required.

But for me he's never been a regular 1st team player, his goal return isn't good enough to justify it and unless he scores I don't think his all round performances warrants it.

That said I'll miss him!

comment by Nickasaurus (U9257)
posted 12 hours, 23 minutes ago
Terribly mistreated and managed. Guy is expected to come on with 5 minutes left after not playing for a month and salvage something. Do I mind he’s not Starting? No. But his lack of game time had been poorly managed. I think subs need Atleast 15/20 minutes to make an impact
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I'd concur with that Nick, 5 minutes is pointless if you're expecting someone to make an impact!

comment by BrummieBlue! (U3487)
posted 14 hours ago
comment by Nickasaurus (U9257)
posted 12 hours, 23 minutes ago
Terribly mistreated and managed. Guy is expected to come on with 5 minutes left after not playing for a month and salvage something. Do I mind he’s not Starting? No. But his lack of game time had been poorly managed. I think subs need Atleast 15/20 minutes to make an impact
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I'd concur with that Nick, 5 minutes is pointless if you're expecting someone to make an impact!
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Unless it's Clive Walker Brum, who only needs 15 minutes or so to get a hat-trick or whatever it was.