Aubameyang Leaves Marseille for Al-Qadsiah: From Baguettes to Camels.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, the Gabonese forward, is set to leave Olympique de Marseille for Saudi Arabian club Al Qadsiah, with the deal being imminent. The 35-year-old striker, who was Marseille’s top scorer last season with an impressive 30 goals, is said to have agreed to a two-year contract with Al Qadsiah, which would be the biggest contract of his career. The deal, which is reported to be worth €40 million over two seasons, comes after weeks of speculation about Aubameyang’s future.
Al Qadsiah, an Aramco-owned club, had been in competition with Shabab for Aubameyang’s signature, with the player reportedly choosing Al Qadsiah. This move follows a high-scoring season for Aubameyang at Marseille, where he played a key role in helping the club finish 8th in Ligue 1 and reach the semi-finals of the Europa League.
The signing of Aubameyang by Al Qadsiah is part of a broader trend of high-profile players moving to the Saudi Pro League. The league has been attracting top talent with lucrative contracts, and Aubameyang’s move is the latest example of this trend. The arrival of Aubameyang will undoubtedly boost Al Qadsiah’s ambitions, as they look to build a competitive team capable of challenging for top honors in the Saudi Pro League.
As for Marseille, the departure of Aubameyang will leave a significant void in their attacking lineup. The club had hoped to retain the services of the striker for the remaining year of his contract, but ultimately failed to convince him to stay. Marseille are now expected to turn their attention to finding a suitable replacement for Aubameyang, with the club linked to Mason Greenwood and Eddie Nketiah.
The move to Al Qadsiah represents a new chapter in Aubameyang’s career, and it will be interesting to see how he adapts to the challenges of playing in the Saudi Pro League. With his experience and goal-scoring prowess, Aubameyang could be a game-changer for Al Qadsiah, and his arrival is sure to generate excitement among the club’s fans.
