M. Arteta: "Aubameyang wants to stay within "Arsenal"" © JumpStory

For some time now, there have been rumors in the foreign media that London's Arsenal attacking leader Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is not inclined to extend his contract, which is valid until the summer of 2021. However, after Wednesday's match with Norwich, Gunners' manager Mikel Arteta assured that the Gabonese player is ready to continue defending Arsenal's honor. "Aubameyang wants to stay in Arsenal's ranks and is very happy here. He sees the direction the club is heading and what we want to achieve. I hope he will move forward with the whole team. We strive for him every day. I leave negotiation matters to the club people who have to solve his contract issue," - said M. Arteta. P-E. Aubameyang scored as many as 22 goals in 36 matches this season.