During this visit, the Gabon international expressed his desire to return to Barcelona, the club where he previously played for half a season, even indicating his willingness to take a pay cut to make the move happen. This news has not been well-received in west London, and Chelsea are said to be considering terminating Aubameyang's contract a year early so that he can join Barcelona in the summer.
The striker's return to England has been disappointing after being signed at the request of Thomas Tuchel, only for the manager to be sacked soon after.
