Marseille drop Gabon star Aubameyang from squad over disciplinary action

Gabon international Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was dropped from the Marseille squad for the Le Havre showdown following an internal disciplinary decision.

Per reports, the former Chelsea and Barcelona star was left out by Marseille’s management in the aftermath of an incident during Thursday’s final training session at the club’s Commanderie training ground.

The report claims the situation escalated during a light-hearted moment in training when Aubameyang allegedly sprayed club staff member Bob Tahri with a fire extinguisher, an act that was not received as harmless fun by the club hierarchy.

While the incident may have been intended as playful, Marseille officials are said to have taken a firm stance, viewing the behaviour as unacceptable in a professional environment, particularly on the eve of an important Ligue 1 fixture.

As a result, the striker was removed from the squad ahead of Matchday 33 as the club moved swiftly to enforce internal discipline and maintain standards within the dressing room.

Olympique de Marseille have not publicly commented in detail on the matter, but the decision highlights the strict approach taken by the club regarding conduct during training sessions.

Aubameyang, one of the most experienced figures in the squad, has been an important attacking option for Marseille this season, contributing both goals and leadership in a competitive campaign.

However, this latest development temporarily halts his involvement at a crucial stage of the season, with the club opting to prioritise discipline over selection for the upcoming fixture.

The absence will be felt as Marseille prepare to face Le Havre, with the team now forced to adjust their attacking plans without the veteran striker.

It remains unclear whether Aubameyang will face further internal sanctions or when he is expected to return to the squad, but the incident is likely to be addressed internally in the coming days.

For now, Marseille move forward without one of their most high-profile forwards, as the club draws a firm line on discipline ahead of the season’s closing stages.