Fakayejo Paul
Marseille, France – Gabonese striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has officially become a free agent, having now signed his contract termination with Saudi Pro League side Al Qadsiah.
This development opens the door for a swift return to European football, with Olympique Marseille currently in concrete talks to secure his services.
Aubameyang’s departure from Saudi Arabia comes after a prolific season where he notched an impressive 21 goals and 4 assists in 36 appearances across all competitions for Al Qadsiah.
Despite his strong individual performances, the Saudi club reportedly sought to part ways to bring in a younger striker, leading to a mutual agreement for contract termination.
For Olympique Marseille, this presents a significant opportunity to bolster their attacking line without incurring a transfer fee.
The French club is understood to be in advanced negotiations with Aubameyang’s representatives over a two-year deal.
Marseille’s interest in the 36-year-old is not new, as he previously played for the club in the 2023-2024 season, scoring 29 goals and providing 11 assists in 51 appearances before moving to Saudi Arabia.
Aubameyang’s desire for a new chapter and his proven goal-scoring ability, even at his age, make him an attractive prospect for many clubs.
However, Marseille appears to be the front-runner, offering a return to a familiar league and a club with ambitions of competing in European competitions.
Football fans, particularly in Marseille, will be eagerly awaiting further updates as the final details of a potential reunion are hammered out.
The prospect of Aubameyang leading their attack once more is sure to excite the faithful at the Stade Vélodrome.