Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang backed for Manchester United move by teammate

Gabon international Daniel Cousin reckons the Borussia Dortmund striker would thrive at the Red Devils or their City rivals

Premier League bound? Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang

Manchester United target Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has been backed for a move to the Premier League.

Gabon international Daniel Cousin reckons the Borussia Dortmund striker would thrive at the Red Devils or their City rivals, reports the Manchester Evening News.

Aubameyang smashed 39 goals last season, with Gabon chief Jorge Costa fuelling speculation the forward could be on the move after leaving him out of the squad for a recent game.

Real Madrid are thought to be leading the chase for the 26-year-old, and his presence at the Champions League final on Saturday brought further suggestion.

But Cousin believes the player would prefer a move to the Premier League.

“I think he wants to move to England,” Cousin told the BBC.

“The Premier League is a different style to Germany; it’s more physical and, for me, it’s a good moment for Pierre to move to a big club like Manchester United or Manchester City.

“Yes [he would be a success]. I think he can score more goals and get more experience with a big team.

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“With Mourinho at Man United, and Guardiola [at City], I think this kind of coach can help Pierre-Emerick to progress.

“[If I was choosing his club it would be] Arsenal because the team play very well.

“Arsenal need another striker if they are to win the title. And I think if he played with Ozil and his assists, he would play very well.”