Olympique Marseille Open Talks for Aubameyang’s Sensational Return

Olympique Marseille are set to bring back Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. The club has started talks with the striker and his agents. Aubameyang is getting ready to leave Al-Qadsiah as a free agent.

According to a previous report, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is set to leave Al-Qadsiah by mutual consent.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Marseille met with Aubameyang and his team on July 10, 2025, to talk about a return. The Gabonese striker left the French club for Saudi Arabia a year ago after a successful season in Ligue 1. Aubameyang is now planning to end his contract with Al-Qadsiah by agreement. He scored 21 goals and gave 3 assists in 36 games for them. Despite his success, Al-Qadsiah is looking for younger players in attack.

According to a previous report, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scored 21 goals and provided 3 assists in 36 matches last season. Additionally, Al Qadsiah wants a younger striker for the new season.

Marseille and Aubameyang are still negotiating, focusing on his salary. The club will only offer a contract that fits their budget. Aubameyang will be free to transfer if they agree.

MARSEILLE’S CURRENT SITUATION

Marseille finished second in Ligue 1 last season, earning a spot in the Champions League for the first time since 2022. The team has already added new players like Neal Maupay and Jonathan Rowe. Head coach Roberto De Zerbi supports bringing in Aubameyang to boost their attack. The team relies on Amine Gouiri as the main striker, but they believe an experienced forward is key for their European campaign.

Olympique Marseille finished second in the 2024-25 Ligue 1 season and qualified for the Champions League, as confirmed in a previous report. Marseille will play Rennes next, who finished 12th last season.

WHAT COMES NEXT?

Aubameyang’s return could give Marseille a proven striker familiar with the club and the league. However, they face competition from clubs in Spain, Turkey, and even the Premier League. The biggest challenge is agreeing on his salary. Marseille hopes to finalize the deal before the new season, so Aubameyang can help lead their Ligue 1 and Champions League campaigns.

With the transfer window open, a decision is expected soon.

According to a previous report, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is likely to receive several offers from clubs in Europe.