Olympique Marseille has reached a verbal agreement with Chelsea to sign Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang on a three-year contract until 2026, News About Nigeria reports.
Negotiations with Aubameyang’s current club Chelsea, are expected to go as planned, with both parties eager to finalize the deal.
Chelsea has always been open to the player’s move since the opening of the summer transfer window, having shown very poor performances last season.
While details regarding the transfer fee and other specifics remain undisclosed, Marseille’s management remains positive about securing the services of the Arsenal legend.
Aubameyang’s potential move to Marseille marks a significant shift in his career trajectory. The Gabonese international has been an underdog at Chelsea since joining in September 2022, but a change of scenery seems to be on the horizon.
Marseille, known for its passionate fan base and storied history, offers Aubameyang an exciting opportunity to further cement his legacy.
With his known exceptional goal-scoring prowess and undeniable skill set, Aubameyang is expected to bolster Marseille’s attacking options and provide a much-needed boost to their ambitions for the upcoming season.
The potential partnership between Aubameyang and Marseille’s current squad has fans eagerly anticipating a resurgence for the club.
The details of the transfer are expected to be ironed out in the coming days, with official announcements and medical examinations likely to follow suit.
Marseille supporters, keen for a marquee signing, will be expectedly track the progress of the negotiations, hoping for a successful conclusion.
Meanwhile, only time will tell how Aubameyang’s arrival at Marseille will impact the team’s fortunes, but one thing is certain: the team has its eyes set on domestic and European success next season.
