Arsenal have been dealt a huge blow in their pursuit of Borussia Dortmund striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang following reports that Paris Saint Germain have held talks with the forward.
The Gabonese has been linked with a move away from Bundesliga outfit in recent seasons, as several clubs in Europe have shown interest in signing him.
Arsenal have been credited with a major interest for Aubameyang, with confirmed reports that they tried to sign during the last summer window.
Aubamenyang is regarded as one of best strikers in Europe, due to his impressive displays for Dortmund.
Manchester City and Liverpool have also been linked with a move for the Dortmund forward.
Reports in France Football claims that Paris Saint-Germain have moved ahead of the Gunners and have started talks to sign Aubameyang this season,
The report also claim that the Gabonese and his father met with PSG director of football Patrick Kluivert during the last winter window, with indications that the talks have progressed.
However, it is understood that the Gunners might have pulled out of a potential deal for the 26-year-old as they are focused on tying Alexis Sanchez to a new deal at Emirates as the Chilean star continues to stall on extending his contract with the Gunners.
