Aubameyang Leaves Al-Qadsiah, Marseille Return Expected

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has mutually terminated his contract with Saudi Pro League side Al-Qadsiah after one season, during which he scored 21 goals and provided three to four assists in 36 matches, helping the team to a fourth-place finish and a King's Cup final appearance. The 36-year-old striker originally joined Al-Qadsiah on a two-year deal in mid-2024 following a prolific season at Marseille, where he netted 30 goals and assisted 11 times in 51 appearances. Despite his strong performance, Al-Qadsiah has decided to pursue a younger striker, reportedly nearing the signing of Italian forward Mateo Retegui. Aubameyang is now a free agent and is in advanced talks to return to Olympique de Marseille, with a potential two-year contract offer on the table, which he reportedly prioritizes over other offers from clubs in the UAE, Qatar, and within Saudi Arabia. Marseille appears to be the most likely destination for Aubameyang, who had a successful prior stint there before his move to Saudi Arabia. Both the player and the club have expressed mutual interest in reuniting, making his return to France increasingly probable.