Barcelona star, pushed out by Laporta, shocks Barca fans!

Barcelona has witnessed numerous skilled players departing in recent times, often without much pushback or a clear explanation.

Regardless, Barcelona began the current season in excellent fashion, winning their first four league games and delivering thrilling performances that elevated them to the top of the table.

One of the standout players to have had a short but unforgettable spell at Barcelona is Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. The Gabonese striker arrived at the Catalan club in January 2022 and swiftly made a major impact, quickly becoming a fan favorite.

In just 23 games across all competitions, Aubameyang netted 13 goals, highlighting his pace, talent, and energy. His addition revitalized Barcelona’s attacking force at a time when the club was facing challenges, playing a vital role in their race to secure second place in La Liga.

Yet, despite his impressive contributions, Aubameyang’s time at Barcelona was brief. Merely eight months after joining, the club’s financial woes forced them to sell him to Chelsea.

In a recent conversation, Aubameyang candidly discussed how much his experience at Barcelona affected him, both professionally and personally. He also shared the struggles he endured before joining the club.

“Before signing for Barcelona, I went through a tough time,” Aubameyang revealed. “I was battling depression due to my father’s health problems, and I started drinking excessively. Barcelona gave me the opportunity to turn my life around, and I will forever be grateful for that.”

The striker also emphasized how much he relished his time at the club, noting, “I’ve never enjoyed playing football and attending training as much as I did at Barcelona.

I even went to training on my days off, which shows just how much I loved it there. It was an extraordinary experience, and I wish I could’ve stayed a few more years.”

Speaking on his departure, Aubameyang shared his disappointment, saying, “I had hoped President Laporta would offer me a better chance to stay, but ultimately, he explained that Barcelona’s financial situation wouldn’t allow it, and I had to leave. It still hurts me to this day.”

Now playing for Al-Qadisiyah in Saudi Arabia after a 9 million euro transfer this summer, Aubameyang still holds dear his memories of Barcelona and the lasting influence the club had on his life.