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Barcelona might very well get their hands on Pierre Emerick Aubameyang before the current transfer window shuts down – as per reports.

Earlier this month, the La Liga side were being heavily linked with the Gabon international since Barca are eager to bring in a replacement for Luis Suarez who is expected to be sidelined for a couple of months.

Also since the Arsenal player has only 18 months left on his current deal at the Emirates, Barcelona had been hoping they could sign him for cheap this month.

But recently, Mikel Arteta had updated everyone about the situation saying Aubameyang remains fully committed to Arsenal as of now.

The manager said as quoted: “As far as I know, a week ago after a game at home we were discussing that he said he was so happy and he didn’t agree with the things that were written in the media and he has his future here.

“That’s what I understand at the moment.”

Now though things might have taken a turn for the betterment especially after Gabriel Martinelli has been performing so well for the Gunners in the absence of Aubameyang.

The Gabon international remains suspended due to a red card and in his place, Martinelli has been doing all the scoring for the Emirates outfit and even Arteta is all praise for the youngster.

Praising the youngster, Arteta had said: “I heard a lot of things about Gabi before I joined and the moment I saw (him) in training, it was confirmed the things I was told before.

“I think the way he competes and how brave he is in every decision on that pitch is very unusual for an 18-year-old.

“He competed against one of the best defenders in the league, in (Cesar) Azpilicueta, and he got at him every time he had a chance. His fighting spirit is incredible and then he is a threat for goal every time.”

And now with Martinelli playing superbly, Barcelona feel if they can make the right offer, Arsenal will be willing to part ways with Aubameyang this transfer window given the player is likely not to put pen on paper to a new deal at the club.

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