Barcelona were able to reunite former Borussia Dortmund teammates Robert Lewandowski and Ilkay Gundogan this summer. But another ex-Dortmund star, who might have liked to be a part of this reunion is Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.
The Gabonese international, who is set to leave Chelsea this summer, has been batting for a return to Camp Nou for a long time. In a recent interview, he reflected on his time at Barça, and praised some of his old teammates at the club.
Talking about his short six-month stint in Catalonia, Aubameyang said (h/tFCB World):”It was special, every time the fɑɴȿ were singing my song.”
When asked to name his favourite moment with the club, he replied:”The 4-0 win over Real Madrid.”
Aubameyang indeed had a fond spell at Barcelona. Despite being a part of the team for a little over six months, the forward scored 13 goals in 24 league appearances. He was rather unfortunate to be offloaded by the club last summer.
The Gabonese international, though, has no resentment toward the club. In fact, he harbours massive respect for some of his old teammates, including Ousmane Dembele.
When asked to choose between Dembele and Kylian Mbappe, the forward chose Dembele, adding,”Dembele is my favourite player, and he is my friєɴԀ.”
Aubameyang heaped praise on yet another former Dortmund teammate in Lewandowski.”I love him. He is a player who has taught me a lot,”he said.
The former Dortmund starlet went on to praise Barcelona’s young trio Gavi, Ronald Araujo and Pedri.”Pedri and Gavi are sensational players,”he said.”Toughest opponent I’ve ever faced? Araujo, but he was my teammate.”
Aubameyang’s comments are the latest indication of his desire to return to Barcelona. Unfortunately for both parties, a returnmight not be a possibility anymore, as the Catalans continue to focus on the pursuit of Vitor Roque ahead of the new season.
