Gilles Grimandi

Gilles Grimandi

Gilles Grimandi

  • Current club: OGC Nice
  • Date of Birth: 11 November 1970
  • Birthplace: Gap, Hautes-Alpes

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French club confirm interest in Chelsea striker

Nice technical director Gilles Grimandi has confirmed that the French side are interested in signing Olivier Giroud from Chelsea at the end of the season.

Antoine Griezmann reveals why he will reject future Arsenal move

Atletico Madrid forward Antoine Griezmann has revealed that Arsenal were close to pursuing his services during his time at Real Sociedad - back in the summer of 2013.

Yann Karamoh on Arsenal radar

Arsenal have deployed head scout Gilles Grimandi to monitor the progress of Inter Milan's on loan forward Yann Karamoh. The French under-21 international who is playing for the San Siro side on loan from Caen is considered one of his country's brightest prospects.

Arsenal in move for Frenchman Jean-Christophe Bahebeck?

Arsenal have been linked with a surprise January transfer window move for Utrecht forward Jean-Christophe Bahebeck. The 24-year-old is currently enjoying life at the Eredivisie side, but the interest of the Gunners could mean that his spell in the Netherlands is cut short.

Arsenal boss eyeing move for French star

Arsenal are reportedly tracking the progress of yet another French defender, according to The Mail.

Arsenal plot move for French youngster Jordan Ferri

Arsenal scouts have been monitoring the progress of Lyon midfielder Jordan Ferri. Arsene Wenger deployed Gilles Grimandi to keep watch on the 22-year-old central midfielder last week.

Arsenal to sign goalkeeper David Ospina?

Arsenal will move to sign Colombian international shot stopper David Ospina as a replacement for Lukasz Fabianski, who last week joined Swansea City. The Gunners are expected to spend as much as £80 million on new players during the transfer window.

Arsenal to make move for Bordeaux starlet Henri Saivet

The Gunners have been linked with a £5.5 million move for Bordeaux attacker Henri Saivet. The highly rated 23-year-old has been watched by Arsenal scout Gilles Grimandi.

Monaco right back Fabinho attracts Arsenal interest

Arsenal appear to be scouring Europe to find a replacement for Bacary Sagna, with the full back currently yet to sign a new contract at the Emirates. The Gunners' have sent Gilles Grimandi, their scout in France, to prepare a dossier on Brazilian right back Fabinho.

Arsenal and Chelsea battling for Adrien Rabiot signature

Both Arsenal and Chelsea are expected to battle for the signing of French midfielder Adrien Rabiot. The 18-year-old has so far struggled to force his way into Paris St Germain's first team plans.