Olympique de Marseille has formalized this Thursday the return of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang for two seasons.
It's official! Only a year after his departure, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is back on the Canebière for two years. OM formalized this highly anticipated return this late afternoon Thursday. “” Olympique de Marseille is proud to announce the signature of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. The Gabonese international striker is committed this afternoon with the Olympian club ”can we read in the club's press release.
This comeback is unanimous. The Gabonese international (77 selections, 31 goals) won as a manager in the 2023-2024 season, scoring 30 goals in 51 games in all competitions. A season marked in particular by his exploits in the Europa League, of which he had finished top scorer.
In Marseille, supporters, leaders and staff are delighted with their return. And OM did not fail to announce it in style on its networks. “Of course lightning can strike twice in the same place!” »» posted the club on X, accompanied by the message “The immense Auba is again Olympian”. With his experience and more than 100 European matches on the clock, Aubameyang is expected to bring his grint to a young team.
A harsh competition
His return comes in a different context. The Marseille workforce has evolved a lot since its last passage and the competition is now very real. In particular with Amine Gouiri, who arrived six months ago and author of 10 goals in just 15 championship games. Neal Maupay is also always present in the offensive rotation. At 36, Aubameyang will have to fight to maintain a leading role.
This new chapter therefore opens under the sign of hope, but also of the challenge. Marseille, who will find the Champions League this season, is counting on his former scorer to weigh in major European meetings.
