Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has bid farewell to Chelsea and completed a move to Ligue 1 side Marseille, News About Nigeria reports.
The Gabon international, who arrived at Stamford Bridge from Barcelona last summer, made 21 appearances for the Blues across all competitions.
During his time at Chelsea, Aubameyang showcased his striking prowess, scoring three goals in just ten days in October.
His memorable contributions included a Premier League goal against Crystal Palace and back-to-back Champions League strikes against AC Milan.
Chelsea’s management expressed their gratitude to Aubameyang for his services and wished him the best as he embarks on the next chapter of his career.
Although he had his challenging moments during his stint in London, some experts believe that the move to Marseille could present a fresh opportunity for him to shine in the Ligue 1.
Chelsea supporters have been indifferent about the player’s exit as he hardly featured in the club’s games, given his widely discussed poor performances.
Meanwhile, additions to the West London club have made it even more unlikely for the player to be missed.
Recall the likes of Nicholas Jackson and Christopher Nkunku have been added to the club’s attacking options, including other burgeoning talents who are being nurtured by Mauricio Pochettino.
However, Marseille, on the other hand, could be the perfect destination for Aubameyang to reinvigorate Aubameyang’s career.
With the club’s fanbase and ambitious plans for the future, the French club presents an exciting platform for the former Arsenal’s prolific striker to showcase his skills in one of Europe’s top leagues.
