Aubameyang 'is DESPERATE to quit Chelsea' and willing to play 'almost for FREE'

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is desperate to leave Chelsea and will reportedly make whatever sacrifices are necessary to return to Barcelona.

Aubameyang has not started a single game for Chelsea since November and the loan signing of Joao Felix will only increase competition in forward positions.

Therefore, Aubameyang would be willing to return to Barcelona and play 'almost for free' to gain more first-team action.

According to ES, Aubameyang is keen to return to Barcelona if Memphis Depay leaves the club.

The Spanish news outlet says Aubameyang understands he was 'wrong' to leave Barca in the summer and that he would be willing to sacrifice his salary to return.

It is believed the 33-year-old would accept whatever amount the LaLiga giants could afford to pay him following Depay's departure.

Aubameyang's desperation comes after a disappointing spell at Chelsea. The 33-year-old has struggled to cement a place in Graham Potter's squad and finds himself on the bench more often than not.

Aubameyang was left feeling somewhat embarrassed after his dismal performance against Manchester City on January 5.

Aubameyang started Chelsea's tie against City on the bench but made his way onto the pitch after just five minutes as Raheem Sterling was forced off injured.

However, Potter was less than impressed with the 33-year-old's performance and decided to replace him with Omari Hutchinson in the second half.

Aubameyang was then left out of the Chelsea squad that lost 4-0 to City at the Etihad Stadium on January 8.

Many thought Potter had dropped the 33-year-old after his performance during the week. However, the Chelsea boss denied such claims.

He said Aubameyang was suffering with a back issue that prevented him from being fit enough to play in their FA Cup tie.

Nevertheless, it's clear to see Aubameyang is struggling at Chelsea. He has only scored three goals in 16 matches across all competitions this campaign.