Aubameyang, the Lyon striker who has signed for Arsenal in a £27m deal, is set to leave Marseille. The deal was announced by both clubs on Wednesday.

The Gabonese forward had been linked with a move away from Marseille since last summer, but it took until now for his future at the club to be confirmed. He will join Arsenal in time for their pre-season tour of France, where he will reportedly train with the squad before joining them in August.

Aubameyang's arrival at Arsenal could have significant implications for the French team. He is a prolific goalscorer and has scored over 150 goals in his career so far. His presence could give Arsenal added firepower up front,Primeira Liga Hotspots especially if they decide to sign other attacking players this summer.

However, there are concerns about Aubameyang's fitness and whether he can adapt to life at Arsenal. He has played for several different teams throughout his career, so he may struggle to find his feet quickly. It remains to be seen how well he fits into Arsene Wenger's system and whether he can help the Gunners challenge for the Premier League title.

Overall, Aubameyang's move to Arsenal is a big coup for the club, and it will be interesting to see what impact he has on the team this season.

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