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Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang Reveals the Role Henrikh Mkhitaryan Played in His Choice to Join Arsenal

Arsenal record signing Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has revealed that a number of conversations with fellow Gunners new boy Henrikh Mkhitaryan helped convince him to move to the Emirates last month.

Speaking to the club's official website, the Gabon international confirmed that the attacking midfielder's decision to join the Gunners in an exchange deal for Alexis Sanchez was a key factor in his choice to leave Borussia Dortmund. Aubameyang joined in a deal worth around £56m, and the pair have proven a hit in the short time since they've joined.

Aubameyang netted a neat dink over Jordan Pickford on his debut against Everton at the weekend, while the Armenian made three assists in the same game.