Aubameyang Signs with Chelsea in Major Transfer Deal
Contract Terms and Transfer Details
Chelsea F.C. have announced the signing of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang on a two-year contract, keeping him with the club until 2024.
Contract Value and Duration
Aubameyang's contract is reportedly worth £16.64 million over the two-year period, with his final year being optional. This equates to around £8.32 million per year, making him one of Chelsea's highest earners.
Transfer Fees
Chelsea is said to have paid a transfer fee to Barcelona, Aubameyang's former club, although the exact amount has not been disclosed. However, it is believed to be in the region of £10-15 million.
Impact on Tuchel's Squad
Thomas Tuchel, Chelsea's manager, has expressed his excitement about Aubameyang's arrival, stating that he "would like to add more players" to his squad.
Aubameyang is expected to provide competition for Chelsea's other forwards, such as Raheem Sterling and Kai Havertz. His experience and goalscoring ability are seen as valuable assets for Tuchel's team.
Chelsea's Summer Spending
Chelsea's signing of Aubameyang comes as part of a significant summer spending spree by the club. The Blues have already spent over £255.3 million on new players, including Wesley Fofana and Marc Cucurella.
Chelsea's financial commitment demonstrates their ambition to challenge for major trophies this season. However, the club is also aware that they need to offload some players to balance their finances.
Aubameyang's High Wages
One potential concern for Chelsea is Aubameyang's high wages. The 33-year-old is reportedly earning over £160,000 per week at Stamford Bridge.
This could put pressure on Chelsea's wage bill and make it difficult to attract other top players in the future.
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