Pierre Emerick-Aubameyang is said to be returning to Barcelona. The situation of Aubameyang a Chelsea it seems to be increasingly difficult after that Joao Felix.
Aubameyang joined Chelsea from Barcelona earlier this season for a fee of €12m. However, the 33-year-old striker’s performance fell short of expectations. He has scored just one goal in nine Premier League games.
Aubameyang’s position at Chelsea is increasingly threatened by the presence of Joao Felix. The Portuguese player has just arrived at Stamford Bridge after being loaned by Atletico Madrid.
This gave rise to news that the Blues would release Aubameyang. Barcelona are reportedly ready to take Aubameyang back if he leaves Chelsea.
According to reports from various sources, Barcelona have offered Aubameyang an option to replace Memphis Depay. Barcelona want to sell Depay to reduce the wage burden.
Even Barcelona seem to have no doubts about Aubameyang’s abilities. He appeared prolific when he defended El Barca with a score of 11 goals in 17 games in LaLiga.
Former Arsenal player turned pundit Paul Merson believes Aubemyang is just one step away from leaving Stamford Bridge. He felt Chelsea manager Graham Potter no longer needed Aubameyang’s energy.
“I think Aubameyang has to move now. I think they will terminate his contract,” Merson said as quoted by Football London.
“As soon as you’re an understudy in your 30s, I think it’s probably over,” she explained.
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