Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, the veteran striker for Olympique de Marseille, finds himself excluded from Gabon’s squad for the international break in March, raising eyebrows and prompting responses from his camp regarding the decision.
With Gabon set to face Senegal and Congo in upcoming matches, Aubameyang’s absence comes as a surprise to many.
However, reports indicate that the decision to omit him from the squad stems from coach Thierry Mouyouma, rather than a request from Aubameyang himself.
In a recent statement, Mouyouma expressed his attempts to reach out to Aubameyang, stating, “I called Pierre-Emerick, I didn’t hear back.
I left him a message with no return.” This sentiment reflects a rocky start to their relationship, dating back to October when Aubameyang withdrew from a meeting without addressing an injury concern.
Contrary to Mouyouma’s account, Aubameyang’s inner circle presents a different narrative, emphasizing the lack of communication between the coach and the player.
According to sources close to Aubameyang, “The reality is that they never spoke to each other, that, from the start, the coach never came into contact with him.”
This perspective suggests that the issue goes beyond sporting considerations and highlights concerns regarding the treatment Aubameyang received from Mouyouma.
The Aubameyang camp further describes the coach’s treatment as “unworthy,” casting doubt on the potential for future collaboration between the two parties.
The strained relationship between Aubameyang and Mouyouma adds complexity to the situation, leaving questions unanswered about the forward’s future involvement with the Gabonese national team.
As speculation swirls around Aubameyang’s exclusion and the dynamics between player and coach, football enthusiasts await further developments in this unfolding saga, keen to understand the implications for both Gabon’s national squad and Aubameyang’s international career.
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