Barcelona want to re-sign Aubameyang, have consulted La Liga over salary adjustments

It is clear that Barcelona had entered the January transfer window without any ambition to sign any top-quality players. But amid the growing possibility of selling a few fringe players including Memphis Depay, Franck Kessie and Hector Bellerin, it appears they are considering the possibility of bringing at least one new face.

According to Gerard Romero, Barcelona are even prepared to raise many eyebrows by targeting Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.

It appears the club have consulted La Liga regarding the possibility of re-signing the Gabonese international in this January transfer window and the salary adjustments that would be needed to successfully complete the move.

Formerly of Dortmund, Aubameyang had played for Barcelona during the second half of last season, even racking up 13 goals in 24 competitive matches. But he had to be offloaded in the summer as the club were facing registration issues for the new signings, especially after Depay’s exit fell through.

Aubameyang ultimately joined Chelsea, but the move has not turned out to be fruitful. The striker has only netted one Premier League goal since returning to England, prompting Chelsea to sign Joao Felix on a loan deal this week.

Reports suggested that the 33-year-old striker has grown disillusioned with life at Chelsea and is keen on a return to Barcelona. To that end, he has already contacted manager Xavi Hernandez over a possible comeback this month.

Barcelona consider this an excellent market opportunity to bring their former star back to Camp Nou. Romero suggests someone like Depay could play a key role in helping Barça facilitate the transfer, as at least departure could enable the club to sign Aubameyang.

For the Catalans to sign the Gabonese striker, they have to offload either Depay or Kessie. Romero believes the departure of the Dutchman is far more likely, especially amid reports linking him to a move to Atletico Madrid.

The Spanish giants have reportedly identified Depay an ideal replacement for Felix. His potential move to the Spanish capital could, therefore, pave the way for Barcelona to re-sign Aubameyang, who will be more than glad to return to Camp Nou and serve as the primary alternative for Robert Lewandowski during the second half of the campaign.

However, he will likely have to make sacrifices with regard to his wages in order to secure a return to Spotify Camp Nou just months after leaving for Stamford Bridge.