Arsenal's Aubameyang confirms he rejected a transfer to Barcelona to stay at the Emirates

Arsenal forward Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang admitted that he rejected a number of clubs, including LaLiga giants Barcelona, in order to stay put at Emirates. Aubameyang signed a three-year contract extension with Gunners earlier this month, amid rumours linking Gabonese star with a move away from club. In doing so, Aubameyang is w highest-paid player in Premier League, according to multiple reports.

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Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang reveals why committed his future at Arsenal 

While speaking to Canal Football, Aubameyang revealed that he did, in fact, turn down an offer from Barcelona to stay put at Arsenal. Catalonian giants had reportedly identified Aubameyang as an ideal replacement for prolific Luis Suarez, who was offloaded to Atletico Madrid last week. However, Aubameyang has w spilled beans on offers he received before signing a bumper new deal with Arsenal. 

Aubameyang revealed that Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta played a huge role in keeping him at club as Spaniard gave him eugh reasons to stay in rth London. "I had several offers this summer, one most tably from Barcelona, but I rejected m for two reasons. Firstly, coach convinced me about project here and secondly, because I love fans and way y've treated me since I arrived here." Aubameyang was entering last 12 months of his previous deal ahead of signing a new deal. 

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Aubamyeang offers: Aubamyang contract extension at Arsenal

Multiple reports had linked Aubameyang to Barcelona after 31-year-old helped Gunners to ir 14th FA Cup triumph. Reports in Italy also claimed that Arsenal star was a target for Antonio Conte at Inter Milan. However, Aubameyang signed a bumper new contract extension with Arsenal, ending speculation of a move away from club. Aubameyang signed a three-year contract extension and reportedly takes home a whopping £375,000 a week. 

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Arsenal transfer news: Aubameyang speaks out on Houssem Aouar transfer rumours

Arsenal captain was n asked about his thoughts on Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar. Reports claim that Arsenal are keen on signing Houssem Aouar this summer and have had a £32 million (€35m) offer rejected by Ligue 1 giants, who are said to value player at around £55 million (€60m). "He (Aouar) is a very good player and I hope we man to sign a few good players before transfer window shuts as y can improve our squad", said Aubameyang in same interview. 

Arsenal suffered ir first Premier League defeat of season on Monday as Gunners lost 3-1 to Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool at Anfield. Gunners will w face Liverpool once again at Anfield, this time in EFL Cup Round of 16 on Thursday night. 

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