Football / Between Marseille and Asia: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s dilemma

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, the talented Gabonese striker, is at the center of summer speculations regarding his future at Olympique de Marseille. According to the latest information from Foot Mercato, approaches from Asia have caught the player’s attention.

Privately, Aubameyang is said to have opened the door to a possible departure this summer, despite his initial desire to continue his journey at Marseille, as he had communicated to the club before his vacation. His agent has also reportedly engaged in discussions with Al-Shabab, a Saudi club determined to convince the former Saint-Étienne player to join the Gulf after a remarkable season at Marseille.

Although OM is not looking to sell and the new coach Roberto De Zerbi counts on Aubameyang for the upcoming season, the Olympian management is now waiting for a clear clarification from the player regarding his future intentions.

This situation highlights the usual tensions of the summer transfer window, where external offers can often influence players’ decisions, even those most attached to their current club. For now, the Aubameyang saga at Marseille continues to evolve, with the anticipation of a decision that could shape not only his own future but also that of OM for the upcoming season.

Pascal Amstrong