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Olympique Marseille completed After completing the €1.5 million transfer of 37‑year‑old Gabonese striker Pierre‑Emerick Aubameyang to newly promoted La Liga side Deportivo La Coruña from Marseille on 15 July 2026, after a failed move to Turkish club Corum FK. The deal, confirmed on 17 July, includes Pierre‑Emerick Aubameyang signed a two‑year contract to 30 June 2028 and frees Marseille of roughly €4 million in annual wages. with Deportivo La Coruña. The club highlighted Aubameyang’s his experience – ten league goals for Marseille last season and more than 140 career goals – to aid its La Liga consolidation, positioning him as a leadership figure role alongside the club’s academy‑grown talent. CEO Massimo Benassi said Aubameyang chose Deportivo for its clear project and facilities despite higher‑paying offers. The club’s policy requires 25 % of the squad to be academy‑grown, with half under 25. academy‑grown core. On 24 July 2026, Aubameyang he made his debut first appearance in Deportivo’s a La Liga preseason, starting in a 0‑0 preseason friendly draw against Real Oviedo at the Carlos Tartiere stadium. He played Starting alongside Bill Nsongo, Aubameyang helped a 0‑0 draw; the match featured early dominance by the visitors, injuries to defender Alti and midfielder Ilyas Chaira, and a series of halftime substitutions by coach Antonio Hidalgo. Coaching staff praised his physical condition was noted as a key asset for the team’s attacking plans. Separately, Borussia attack. Off the pitch, Aubameyang addressed a Marseille fan’s apology on Snapchat on 26 July, thanking the supporter for the recognition and reiterating his commitment during his final season with OM, where he recorded 14 goals, 10 assists and a €4.2 million salary. The courteous reply was noted as a rare positive player‑fan interaction. Meanwhile, Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha, who extended his under contract to 2030, attracted renewed continues to attract interest from English clubs. Former international Robert Huth suggested clubs, with Liverpool would suit his style, while Dortmund have set mentioned as a €100 million price tag and indicated they will retain the player. suitable destination.