The African Player of the Year has also been warned against moving by BVB chief executive Hans-Joachim Watzke.
He told German newspaper Bild (h/t Rob Burnett of the Mirror): "The players are squeezed there, often like a lemon. They are given hardly any rhythm in their game. Professionals who reflect on something more than just what arrives at the end of the month in their pursue [sic] will take this into account when making a decision."
Aubameyang has reportedly caught Arsenal's attention following his incredible exploits this season, in which he has netted 27 times in as many games and assisted a further six.
With Olivier Giroud in good form, the Gunners have been fairly strong up front in this campaign—though they have been outscored by Leicester City, Manchester City and Everton thus far, and the likes of Theo Walcott, Alexis Sanchez and Danny Welbeck have all suffered injuries, so another goalscorer would be a useful addition.
Aubameyang is a top-quality performer who would be a brilliant acquisition for any side and could make a huge difference to Arsenal's chances of clinching the Premier League title, but it's highly unlikely he'll be moving in January.
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A cheaper alternative could be Celta Vigo's Nolito. According to Javier Gascon of Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo (h/t Metro's Mark Brus), the Gunners are "ready to pay" his £13.4 million release clause.
The Spaniard impressed last season, with 13 goals and 14 assists in all competitions, and he has firmly maintained his good form with eight and five, respectively, in 15 appearances this campaign.
His form over the last two seasons has seen him break into Spain's national team, and football journalists Dermot Corrigan and Rik Sharma thought he fit right in at international level when he played for La Roja in November:
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