Arsenal FC: Positivity Is Key In Giroud's Form - Arsene Wenger

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger attributes Olivier Giroud's good form after returning from injury to positivity.

The French international was sidelined for almost 3 months due to a fractured foot sustained in August. Nevertheless, he is able to defy the odds by already finding the back of the net thrice in 5 outings, one of which came during his return game against Manchester United.

"I believe in his mentality," said Wenger.

"He's a positive guy. Even when he misses something people forgive him because he has a positive mental impact with the physical impact as well."

"He worked very hard [to return from injury]. After the World Cup he was not completely ready at the start of the season but I always said you always see the players back in November."

"The surgery made him realise - sometimes you love it and you miss it. Our fitness coaches told me that he was extremely motivated and that's why he came back so quickly."

The Gunners have numerous attacking weapons at their disposal, but Wenger reiterated that Giroud gives a new dimension to their offensive game, as he can act as a targetman upfront.

"He gives us different options because we can go for a longer ball. We have plenty of players who can play short and he gives us a variety in our game," he continued.

"The first goal he scored against Newcastle was a typical 1970s goal. You love it as well because you see it less now."

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