It has not been too long since the January transfer window ended but it seems some clubs have already started drawing up plans for the upcoming season with Barcelona certainly being one of them.
The Spanish club are reportedly targeting the potential signing of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and this was confirmed by their sporting director Eric Abidal.
Speaking to Sport(via Metro), he said:
“I know him (Aubameyang). He has a profile that has depth. He is important, and in his team he is decisive.
“It is good to bring this profile of player who can be in the market and can help you. We’ll see what will happen.”
The 30-year-old’s contract is up at the end of next summer and the forward has still not signed an extension with the North London club.
The report in Metro further claims that Barcelona tried to make a move for the forward in January but that was not entertained by Arsenal. That makes sense as the club would have not have had enough time to find a suitable replacement.
It would be ideal for the club to let the forward leave in the summer if he is not keen on signing the extension. Although we haven’t heard Aubameyang’s version yet, what will make the fans happy is the fact that the club’s captain has recently revealed his love for the club.
Ever since he made his move two years ago, he has been the North Londoner’s standout player. He has won the Premier League Golden Boot and is the team’s leading scorer this season. The fact that he was made the captain is proof of how integral he has become to Arsenal.
Perhaps the reason that might make Aubameyang want to move is the desire to play in the Champions League. If that is the case, the Spanish club would certainly be a great option. We will have to wait until the summer to see what happens with this possible transfer.
If the striker was to leave, he can do so with his head held high as the forward has given his best whenever called upon. But if the North London club are serious about keeping him, they will have to get his contract situation sorted as soon as possible.
