- Chelsea bringing in former Arsenal striker
- Aubameyang heading back to London
- Barca get another defender in return
WHAT'S HAPPENING? Chelsea are edging closer to landing a proven Premier League performer, GOAL understands, with an agreement now in place that will see the former Arsenal striker return to London. A Spain international defender will be heading back to his homeland as part of that transfer package.
THE BIGGER PICTURE: Aubameyang is set to pen an initial two-year contract at Stamford Bridge with an option for a further year. The player is hoping to have his future decided swiftly, as he is currently staying in a hotel after he was the victim of a home invasion and robbery last week. Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel has a close relationship with Aubameyang from their time together at Borussia Dortmund, and after a wobbly start to 2022-23, the head coach hopes the Gabon international can bring a spark to the club.
AND WHAT'S MORE: Barcelona are hoping that Aubameyang's departure - and the potential exit of Miralem Pjanic - will free up funds and allow them to strengthen before the transfer window closes.
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GettyWHAT NEXT FOR CHELSEA? The Blues desperately need to find inspiration from somewhere as a 2-1 defeat at Southampton on Tuesday has left them with just seven points to their name from five games this season.