Marseille reach agreement for Aubameyang return | OneFootball

Marseille have reached an agreement to re-sign Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang on a free transfer, according to journalist Santi Aouna.

The Gabonese striker moved from Marseille to Al-Qadsiah last summer on a two-year deal but terminated his contract after just one season.

Premier League clubs and Saudi giants Al-Ettifaq made a lucrative proposal, but the former Arsenal star has signed a two-year contract with Marseille.

Aubameyang has shown that he is ageing like a fine wine after a prolific campaign in Saudi Arabia.

He netted 21 goals and three assists in all competitions, including the strike in the defeat in the King’s Cup final against Al-Ettifaq.

Aubameyang was at the peak of his powers in 2023/24, netting 30 goals and finishing as the Europa League’s top scorer.

The former Barcelona star will look to replicate his rich vein of form for Roberto De Zerbi’s side this season, where they will compete in the Champions League.

Aubameyang will compete with Amine Gouiri for the centre-forward role at Marseille.

They are also actively scouring the market for a winger, and Juventus’ Timothy Weah is at the top of their wishlist.

The former Lille star is not in Juve’s plans and has reportedly agreed personal terms over a move to Marseille.

They are also monitoring Feyenoord’s Igor Paixao and Lyon’s Malick Fofana.