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Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang Set for Surprise La Liga Return as Deportivo La Coruña Close In on Veteran Striker
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Former Arsenal, Barcelona and Chelsea striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is reportedly closing in on a surprise return to La Liga, with Deportivo La Coruña emerging as the favourites to secure his signature.
According to multiple reports, the newly promoted Spanish side have reached an agreement in principle to sign the veteran Gabon international from Marseille in a deal worth around €1.5 million. Aubameyang is expected to sign a two-year contract, bringing an end to his latest spell in France and marking another remarkable chapter in his globetrotting career. �
A New Challenge in Spain
Deportivo La Coruña are preparing for their first season back in La Liga after earning promotion, and the club is determined to add experience to its squad.
Aubameyang is viewed as the ideal signing to lead the attack, bringing years of top-level experience from spells at Borussia Dortmund, Arsenal, Barcelona, Chelsea, Marseille and Al-Qadsiah.
Reports suggest the striker turned down interest from Turkey in favour of returning to Spain, believing La Liga offers the perfect environment for the next stage of his career. �
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Still Plenty to Offer
Although now in the latter stages of his career, Aubameyang continues to demonstrate his goalscoring instincts.
His movement, pace and finishing remain valuable assets, while his leadership and experience could prove vital for a Deportivo side aiming to establish itself back among Spain's elite.
The Gabon international has scored goals in every major league he has played in, and Deportivo will hope he can provide the firepower needed to secure top-flight survival.
What Happens Next?
The transfer is expected to be finalised in the coming days, with Aubameyang set to undergo medical tests before officially joining Deportivo La Coruña.
Should the move be completed, it would become the 11th club of Aubameyang's professional career and one of the headline transfers involving a newly promoted La Liga side this summer. �
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