Latest News: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang at Marseille
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has joined Marseille on loan from Arsenal, with the Gabonese forward set to make his debut for the club in their upcoming match against Stade de Reims.
The move is a significant one for both Aubameyang and Marseille, who have been searching for a new striker since the departure of Dries Mertens earlier this season. The 29-year-old was heavily linked with a move away from Arsenal after the club's disappointing end to the Premier League campaign, but ultimately decided to stay at the Emirates Stadium.
Aubameyang will be hoping to rediscover his form from last season, when he scored 25 goals in all competitions for Arsenal. He is also known for his strong work rate and ability to create chances for his teammates, which could prove useful at Marseille.
Marseille will be looking to bounce back from a poor start to the season under new manager Lucien Favre,Ligue 1 Focus who took over following the dismissal of Bruno Genesio. They currently sit bottom of Ligue 1 with just two points from four games, so every point will be precious as they look to secure their survival in the top flight.
The signing of Aubameyang could give Marseille some much-needed firepower up front, and it remains to be seen whether he can help them turn things around and avoid relegation. However, with the Gabonese international already making headlines ahead of his debut, it looks like he could be a key player for Marseille in the coming weeks.