Within the highly disappointing season for Olympique de Marseille on a national level, he stands out. Spearheading Marseille's attack, a true menace for opposing defenses, and a leader on the field, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has shone brightly in recent months, scoring no less than 30 goals across all competitions. 

A stellar season, nothing more, nothing less. Thanks to his noteworthy performances, the Gabonese international was logically named the best African player of the season in Ligue 1, before being rewarded with the title of best player in the Europa League, where he became the top scorer. This has sparked the interest of several clubs in search of a center forward to bolster their offensive line. One such club is Al-Shabab, finishing eighth in the final standings of the Saudi Pro League this season.

Al Shabab Want to Shop in Ligue 1

In search of a center forward, the Riyadh-based team has reportedly targeted the former Saint-Étienne player, who is under contract with Olympique de Marseille until 2026, according to L'Équipe. Unconvinced by the performance of former Strasbourg player Habib Diallo, who scored 6 goals in 30 appearances, the Saudi club could make a move this summer, although the player would be more inclined to honor his current contract. 

In case of failure in this negotiation, the French sports daily reveals that Al Shabab could turn to the profile of Alexandre Lacazette, also a key figure in his team's recent good performances, Olympique Lyonnais (19 goals in Ligue 1). Now, it remains to be seen the intentions of both forwards, who see a golden opportunity ahead of them. Will they succumb to the allure of Saudi Arabia like many players before them? The answer will come in the coming weeks.