Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has been heavily linked with a move to Chelsea this summer and the striker has broken his silence.
[The Chelsea boss has specifically identified the striker](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/transfer-news/aubameyang-barcelona-chelsea-transfer-tuchel-24772148) as a priority signing before the window slams shut at the end of the month. Barcelona fans have since been pleased with the striker to stay at the Camp Nou. [Aubameyang](https://www.football.london/all-about/pierre-emerick-aubameyang), who prospered under the German's stewardship at Borussia Dortmund. Meanwhile, football.london understand that the Blues [submitted a £22million bid](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/transfer-news/chelsea-transfer-aubameyang-ronaldo-tuchel-24788279) for the former Arsenal captain on Wednesday evening. They always stay your players in a way, Auba is one of these guys." The 33-year-old has been heavily linked with a move to Chelsea this summer as Thomas Tuchel looks to add to his wealth of attacking options.
Aubameyang is thought to have played his final game for Barcelona last night in a friendly against Manchester City, with the striker giving what looked like ...
[a fee of £18.6million and £4.2million in add-ons had been accepted](https://www.si.com/soccer/chelsea/transfer-news/report-chelsea-and-barcelona-reach-advanced-negotiations-for-pierre-emerick-aubameyang) for Aubameyang by the Catalan club, who are said to be still unable to register new signing Jules Kounde due to financial issues, so a deal for them would be important for the injection of some extra funds. There has been no official word that a deal has been fully agreed between the 33-year old and Chelsea but with the player believed to be travelling out of Barcelona today, it may only be a matter of time before we see some confirmation. [move to SW6](https://twitter.com/siphillipssport/status/1562744398441353218?s=20&t=wtKFlOQny1nV8Gm8sgWTsQ) is about to be completed as there is a belief that he is now at the airport. The match ended 3-3 and Aubameyang had the look of a player who knew he was leaving after the game when he thanked the fans for their support. Reports are emerging this morning that Chelsea are edging nearer to the signing of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, with the player spotted at Barcelona Airport this morning. The friendly had been organised to raise funds for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) awareness as the two clubs honoured former Barcelona coach and player Juan Carlos Unzue who was diagnosed with the illness two years ago.
The former Arsenal man looks set to be back in the Premier League.
Aside from Aubameyang, Chelsea remain in the hunt for Everton winger Anthony Gordon and Leicester City defender Wesley Fofana. In his previous spell in the Premier League, Aubameyang made a total of 163 appearances for Arsenal, scoring 92 times. As a result, Aubameyang will see his opportunities severely limited, something that he isn’t willing to accept. In Dortmund, there was never an issue.” “There was always straight away this close bond. [Chelsea](https://www.sportbible.com/chelsea) have reportedly agreed a deal to sign striker [Pierre Emerick Aubameyang](https://www.sportbible.com/pierre-emerick-aubameyang) from [Barcelona](https://www.sportbible.com/barcelona).
CHELSEA are looking to wrap up a deal for Barcelona striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang...
In Dortmund, there was never an issue." "There was always straight away this close bond. [Chelsea](/latest/chelsea-fc) seemingly edges closer. [Man Utd 'ad](/sport/football/1658403/Man-Utd-transfer-news-Frenkie-de-Jong-Barcelona-Glazers-Erik-ten-Hag) [mirers' of Anthony Gordon as Chelsea schedule Everton transfer phone call](/sport/football/1658403/Man-Utd-transfer-news-Frenkie-de-Jong-Barcelona-Glazers-Erik-ten-Hag) [Chelsea 'internally discuss' second Bayer Leverkusen deal in Wesley Fofana back-up plan](/sport/football/1659936/Chelsea-transfer-news-Edmond-Tapsoba-Bayer-Leverkusen-Wesley-Fofana) [Ajax set price for Man Utd to conclude Antony transfer deal despite Erik ten Hag annoyance](/sport/football/1659855/Man-Utd-transfer-news-Ajax-set-Antony-price-Erik-ten-Hag-annoyance) His wave to the supporters was a clear indication that the 32-year-old is now expected to depart the club before the end of the transfer window after a short stint in Catalonia. [Gerard Romero](https://twitter.com/gerardromero/status/1562741146543017985) has posted images of Aubameyang at the airport while also reporting that the striker's move to Chelsea is close.
Barcelona striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang appeared to wave goodbye to the club's fans on Wednesday night ahead of an expected move to Chelsea.
With Barca next in action on Sunday evening, the run out is likely to be Aubameyang's last in the club's colours, just seven months on from joining on a free transfer. [arcelona](/topic/barcelona) striker [Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang](/topic/pierre-emerick-aubameyang) appeared to wave goodbye to the club's fans on Wednesday night ahead of an expected move to [Chelsea](/topic/chelsea). The 33-year-old was withdrawn and met with a standing ovation from those inside the stadium, to which he responded with a smile, a bowed head and a wave.
Earlier today, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was spotted at Barcelona-El Prat airport which sparked speculations that the striker could be on his way to ...
While the flight might not have been to complete a transfer to Chelsea, the striker is expected to join the Blues imminently, with an agreement understood to be close. [speculations](https://www.sportbible.com/football/chelsea-transfer-news-pierre-emerick-aubameyang-20220825) mounting that Aubameyang could be on his way to London to complete his move back to the Premier League with an agreement in place. Earlier today, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was spotted at Barcelona-El Prat airport which sparked speculations that the striker could be on his way to completing his transfer to Chelsea.
Chelsea are close to finalising an agreement with Barcelona for Pierre-Emerick ...
Available on [all audio platforms](https://podfollow.com/1618416642/view) and the [90min YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/c/90min_football). [here](https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/antony-to-united-aubameyang-to-chelsea-arsenal-to-move/id1618416642?i=1000576954588) to download the episode in full! [Chelsea](https://www.90min.com/teams/chelsea) would ideally like the deal completed by midday on Friday to enable him to feature against Leicester on Saturday - but that may not happen. [Robert Lewandowski](https://www.90min.com/players/robert-lewandowski) signed this summer and the club needing the money to resolve other ongoing issues, it had been made clear to the Gabon international he can leave,. [Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang](https://www.90min.com/players/pierre-emerick-aubameyang) [revealed earlier this month](https://www.90min.com/posts/pierre-emerick-aubameyang-green-lights-chelsea-move-barcelona-bid) that Aubameyang has given the green-light after considering whether to leave the Camp Nou less than 12 months after joining Barcelona from Arsenal.
Pierre Emerick Aubameyang to Chelsea is a deal that's been hovering on the edge of completion for a few days now. But recent reports out of Spain suggests ...
[August 25, 2022]
Former Liverpool star, John Barnes has predicted Chelsea target, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, to be a plus to the Blues should he eventually join the west.
“So I think he is looking for that kind of centre forward. Hence, a move for Aubameyang is likely. He added, “You see Sterling play up front sometimes and Havertz.
CHELSEA are approaching crunch time in their pursuit of Barcelona striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.
[Barcelona](/latest/barcelona-fc) striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has hit back at reports that he was at the airport to fly to London and complete his [Chelsea](/latest/chelsea-fc) switch this week. Tuchel has favoured Kai Havertz up top so far this season but he also has an exciting young option in Armando Broja waiting for his chance from the bench. The Gabonese and Thomas Tuchel have already worked together at Borussia Dortmund, where Aubameyang enjoyed one of the most prolific spells of his career. [£25million](https://metro.co.uk/2022/08/25/barcelona-respond-to-chelseas-increased-offer-for-pierre-emerick-aubameyang-17240499/), which is significantly more than Chelsea want to invest. Aubameyang addressed the rumours on social media, saying: "Sometimes people forget there is life as well, not only football!!!" The Blues and La Blaugrana have been locked into negotiations for Aubameyang for some time without achieving a breakthrough.
The Barcelona attacker has been a subject of interest for Chelsea, who are keen on signing the forward by the end of the month. The Premier League giants ...
However, Barcelona have no intention to offload their player for that meagre price, especially considering his form since the start of the year. Chelsea were initially keen on including him as part of the deal, but Barcelona were not interested in such an agreement. The Blues’ initial offer stood at around €15 million, but they are ready to incorporate an additional €5 million.
PIERRE-EMERICK AUBAMEYANG has posted a cryptic message on Instagram amid his possible move to Chelsea.The striker, 33, appeared to wave goodbye to the.
[set to make a fourth bid for the centre-back](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/19621863/chelsea-fofana-transfer-leicester-dortmund-akanji/) and will be encouraged by the fact the Foxes have lined up Manuel Akanji as his Fofana's replacement. [latest in the region of £17million](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/19610452/chelsea-final-transfer-bid-pierre-emerick-aubameyang-barcelona/) - still some way short of [Barca's £25m asking price](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/19587460/chelsea-pierre-emerick-aubameyang-transfer-barcelona/). [thought to be open to the switch](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/19541102/aubameyang-chelsea-transfer-barcelona-man-utd/), which would see him return to London after leaving Arsenal in February. [Chelsea](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/team/1196660/chelsea/) over the last week. [appeared to wave goodbye to the Barcelona crowd](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/19614191/aubameyang-waves-goodbye-barcelona-fans-chelsea-transfer/) at the end of their [friendly 3-3 draw with Manchester City](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/19609467/barcelona-man-city-result-de-jong-aubameyang/) this week. [FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS - BEST NEW CUSTOMER OFFERS](https://www.thesun.co.uk/betting-tips/free-bets?ilc=inline)
THOMAS TUCHEL'S hopes of a reunion with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang are stalling over personal terms.The Barcelona striker wants a deal for at least t.
[fee of around £25m to be paid](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/19587460/chelsea-pierre-emerick-aubameyang-transfer-barcelona/) - but it now needs the player and the club to sort out terms. [Cesar Azpilicueta was tempted to leave in the summer when Barcelona offered him a longer contract](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/19420856/cesar-azpilicueta-transfer-chelsea-barcelona/) than was on offer at Stamford Bridge, although he stayed in the end. Chelsea and Barcelona are largely in agreement over Aubameyang with a [Chelsea](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/team/1196660/chelsea/) are mindful of his age and committing to a long-term agreement - broadly in line with their policy on older players. [Arsenal](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/team/1196653/arsenal/) captain will return to the Premier League before next Thursday’s transfer deadline. Chelsea are reluctant to hand out long-term contracts to players over 30 and have encountered problems in the past with this.