Arsenal striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang tested positive for covid-19 on his arrival in Cameroon, where he would compete in the Africa Cup of Nations with the national team from Gabon. .
Earlier in the week, Aubameyang was seen at a party alongside his teammate Mario Lemina, who according to local information also tested positive for the disease.
With the contamination, the two athletes are out of Gabon’s debut in the competition, which takes place next Monday (10), at 4 pm in BrasÃlia, against the Comoros national team, in a match valid for the first round of group C.
Despite being one of Arsenal’s main stars, Aubameyang has not played for the club since December 6, 2021. The 32-year-old was dismissed by decision of coach Mikel Arteta, who alleged disciplinary reasons.
With the situation undefined, European newspapers are already beginning to speculate a possible exit of Aubameyang from the Gunners. Newcastle and Barcelona are among the likely interested parties.
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