Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud says he has no doubts over his future at the Emirates Stadium despite his lack of playing time.

France international Giroud has fallen down the pecking order this season after reporting back for duty late after Euro 2016, which allowed Alexis Sanchez to cement his place as the first-choice centre-forward.

The 30-year-old was then sent off against Paris Saint-Germain in September and sustained a toe injury in the same game, which saw him sidelined for a month.

"At this time, the coach has opted for the solution of Sanchez leading the attack, partly because of my injury, so I now hope to get more game time of course," he told Telefoot.

"The coach makes his own choices but I am counting on myself to come back strong and I will work hard to do so. I have no doubts over my Arsenal future."

Olivier Giroud says he can play in the same team as Alexis Sanchez. Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images

He remains confident that he can force his way back into the side and feels he can play alongside Sanchez, depending on the opposition.

"As with each year, there is competition for places at the big clubs," he said. "There are a lot of attackers with different styles of play.

"We have different profiles and can be used according to the team we are up against, but we can also be played together."

France boss Didier Deschamps remains supportive of Giroud despite his struggles at club level.

Deschamps said: "He is someone who has been very effective for us, even if his injury has affected his playing time recently. I know what he is capable of offering this France team individually and as part of a team."

Jonathan Johnson contributed to this report.