Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is set for a sensational return to Olympique de Marseille, rejoining the Ligue 1 giants just one season after leaving for Saudi Arabia. The 36-year-old has reportedly agreed to a two-year deal with Marseille, rejecting fresh offers from the Middle East in favour of a Champions League comeback under Roberto De Zerbi.
Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano gave his signature “here we go” confirmation, stating that the Gabon international has verbally agreed terms and will arrive on a free transfer following the termination of his contract with Al-Qadsiah. The move marks a full-circle moment after Aubameyang’s 30-goal haul in 2023/24 helped propel OM to a second-place Ligue 1 finish and a Europa League semi-final run.
Now, he’s back—and this time, he’ll be joined in attack by Mason Greenwood, whose own debut season in France produced 21 league goals and no shortage of headlines.
The prospect of Aubameyang linking up with Greenwood is intriguing for Marseille fans and neutrals alike. Both forwards carry baggage from their Premier League days, but both were highly effective last season.
- Aubameyang (2023/24):
- 30 goals in all competitions for OM
- 10 goals in Europe
- Aubameyang (2024/25 at Al-Qadsiah):
- 21 goals, including 14 in league play
- Greenwood (2023/24):
- 21 Ligue 1 goals, Marseille’s top scorer
With De Zerbi looking to build a side capable of challenging PSG and competing in the new Champions League format, Aubameyang’s experience and finishing touch could prove invaluable.
Aubameyang’s return adds depth and firepower to an already dangerous Marseille attack. More importantly, it signifies Marseille’s ambition to push beyond domestic runners-up status and make a splash in Europe.
With Neal Maupay also on the books, De Zerbi now boasts a unique attacking trio—all former Premier League strikers—who can provide flexibility across a long season.
Aubameyang returns to familiar ground in Ligue 1, where he previously played for Lille, Monaco, Saint-Étienne, and Marseille. The veteran forward’s ability to adapt quickly and find the net consistently across leagues will boost Marseille’s dressing room both on and off the pitch.
With 355 career goals to his name, he’s now chasing Champions League glory in what may be the final major chapter of a remarkable career.
An official announcement from Marseille is expected in the coming days. Aubameyang will link up with his new teammates during pre-season as the club prepares for:
- Ligue 1 opener in early August
- A return to the Champions League group stage
- A genuine attempt to dethrone PSG
