Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s representatives have informed Arsenal officials over his desire to leave the Emirates next month.
That’s according to Transfer expert Ian McGarry, cited by @ZRAFC, who also claims that both Barcelona and Real Madrid are now showing a definite interest as a result.
The report also reveals that Chelsea forward Olivier Giroud would be keen on an Emirates return under Arteta.
Aubameyang, Arsenal’s club captain, has resisted new contract talks in North London.
@PatrickTimmons1 caught wind of the latest update and shared this tweet regarding the forward’s future.
Twitter: I’ve said it once, I’ll say it again. Aubameyang is phenomenal. On his day, one of the best strikers in the world.… https://t.co/EGiljOGpla (@PatrickTimmons1)
His post got plenty of interaction, and these fans were quick to agree.
Twitter: @PatrickTimmons1 Werner can replace him and he’s younger (@TheLegendOzil11)
Twitter: @PatrickTimmons1 Agree, best striker in the leauge but if he does want to go we gotta sell him, that’s goes for any… https://t.co/OobVFfgO7V (@Alex_ktori1)
Twitter: @PatrickTimmons1 Absolutely! But his impatience really amazes me
(@Kenny_Kenaz6)
Twitter: @PatrickTimmons1 Spot on bro !!! (@JrXamiee)
Twitter: @PatrickTimmons1 If he wants out he can leave and add lacazette and xhaka (@ChiwasTendai)
Read Arsenal verdict
The 30-year-old is entering the final years of his prime and appears desperate to return to a side offering Champions League football.
It doesn’t look like the Gunners will be able to offer that to the Gabon international, so cashing in on the striker could be the best bet.
They’d then need to reinvest in a forward, and with Arteta keen to build an exciting side over the years, a move for a younger star could be a shrewd move.
