Giroud has been marginalised at Arsenal this term and has been restricted to substitute appearances in the Premier League, although he came off the bench to score a late equaliser in the 1-1 draw against Southampton.

The Frenchman came close to joining Everton in the summer, but he was convinced by Wenger to stay, as he was told he would have a future at the Emirates.

With the World Cup next summer, the 31-year-old knows he needs to play regular football in order to get a call-up.

Gunners legend Pires has given Giroud a piece of advice over what he should do.

However, he has urged the striker not to make a hasty decision over his future.

“I saw a good reaction [from Arsenal] when Southampton scored and a good professional like Olivier Giroud making an impact,” Pires told Goal.

“The situation is not easy for him [Giroud] because he wants to play and go to the World Cup with France. 

“As a player he’s not comfortable but this is football and Arsene Wenger has a selection dilemma on who to pick over Giroud and Lacazette right now.

“The first thing I’d do [if I was Giroud] is to talk with Arsene Wenger because he’s the manager. 

“Giroud is a great player and very important but before making a decision he needs to meet with Arsene and the chief executive Mr Gazidis.

“After the meeting he can take a decision but as I understand the situation for Olivier he’s not comfortable actually.”

Arsenal, who are sixth in the table, travel to face West Ham on Wednesday (8pm).