Upstream of the kick-off of Ligue 1, Leonardo Balerdi, OM central defender, spoke about upcoming competition between Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Amine Gouiri.
Faced with competition from Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Amine Gouiri should occupy the front of the attack on Olympique de Marseille against Stade Rennais this Friday in Ligue 1. Friday. There is no guarantee that the Algerian striker will retain his status as a holder throughout the season, but he will be able to count on the support of his teammates, notably Leonardo Balerdi.
The Argentinian central defender assured at a press conference that he would be present to guide number 9 in his evolution. A favorable approach, as much for the player as for the balance of the locker room.
A promising dynamic for Zerbi
“I have a very good relationship with Amine, it’s a super professional. I like his way of thinking, his ambitions. He always talks to me about great things to do. Competition? I will help him to be calm, confident. It is not easy when an attacker like Aubameyang arrives, but we will help him, with the words in particular. Competition makes you grow. If it is healthy in the locker room, it is only beneficial ”said OM captain.
Arrived last winter from Rennes, Gouiri had signed promising beginnings in the Marseille jersey, with 10 goals and 3 assists in 14 games in all competitions. The continuation of this dynamic by the Isérois scorer would constitute a solid option for coach Roberto de Zerbi, in addition to Aubameyang and other players like Neal Maupay.