At today’s press conference, Mikel Arteta, the coach of Arsenal, spoke about the status of Pierre Emerick Aubameyang, and “Sky Sports” reports.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is no longer officially the captain of Arsenal, and he will not be in the team for the match with West Ham.
At today’s press conference, Arteta spoke about Gabonese.
– I don’t have much to say. I think this is a very clear message from the club, and it is a decision we made after the last incident that happened to the player – said Arteta, as reported by “Sky Sports”.
When asked by journalists “how many total incidents were there”, Arteta could not answer.
– Your question is in place, but I can’t say anything more than this. Believe me, when we came to the situation that we have to make such a decision, it is evident that we have to protect the interests of our club – said Arteta.
The Arsenal coach revealed that both he and the club’s management talked directly with Aubameyang about the new situation.
– Yes, we talked. Both the club and I had a face-to-face conversation with the player. He had to accept such a decision – Arteta concluded, and “Sky Sports” reported.
We will see how this will affect the future of the Gabonese in the team, and whether it may be sold in the next transfer window.
In September 2020, Aubameyang, after a real mini-drama, signed a new contract with Arsenal until 2023.
The “Gunners” will play the next game in the Premier League tomorrow at 9 pm, in the city derby at the “Emirates” against West Ham.