Real Madrid are trying to rope in several players this summer, with the likes of Mbappe, Paul Pogba and Harry Kane on the radar. However, they had also set their eyes on Arsenal forward Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, and the latest report suggests that the London club have been set a deadline by Real Madrid to make their decision. Mirror says that Zidane has set a deadline up to 15th June for the Gunners to decide the fate of the player.
Aubameyang’s rise to prominence
Starting his career at AC Milan, the Gabonese forward could never make his debut for the Serie A team. He was sent on multiple loan spells and ultimately sealed a move to Saint-Etienne where he scored 35 league goals in 73 matches. This made him a popular name across Europe which led to Klopp purchasing him for Borussia Dortmund. In Germany, the 30-year-old made some remarkable contributions towards his team’s success, displaying his skills throughout. His impressive conversion rate led him to score 98 goals in 144 appearances in Bundesliga.
Ultimately, in 2018 Arsenal successfully made an offer for him, and he joined the English side. The last two years of his career have been marked by breathtaking displays for the team, often single-handedly winning matches for his side. He has found the back of the net 49 times for Arteta’s team in the Premier League, and the gaffer has always been able to bank upon him in times of need.
What would Aubameyang bring to the Madrid team?
One of the most significant aspects of Aubameyang is his fluidity and adaptability. He can play both as a winger and a striker, which allows Arteta tactical versatility. His pace is well renowned, and in 1v1 situations, the ex-Monaco star can get ahead of the defenders by using his enormous speed.
The crossing ability of Aubameyang is something to brag about, the accuracy of which is unquestionable. The only deficiency of the Gabon star is perhaps his consistency, but that can be mended with the help of an able manager.
Why Zidane wants Aubameyang in his team?
After the departure of Ronaldo, the manager has not been able to fill up the void completely. Hazard has not performed up to the mark, and the fans have not been pleased with the performance of the Belgian. Another of their marquee signing, Luka Jovic has done way below the desired level and to add salt to injury, the Serbian has been injured and ruled out for a long time.
Therefore, it is imperative that the Madrid side would need reinforcements in the attacking department, and Aubameyang is one of the best out there. Playing with some of the best players in the world would only improve his game, and Los Blancos should leave no stone unturned in their pursuit of the player.
