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Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang tipped for Arsenal, Man United or City by Cousin

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's Gabon teammate Daniel Cousin has urged the striker to join Arsenal next season, but says he would also progress at Manchester United or Manchester City.

Aubameyang is reportedly one of this summer's most in-demand transfer targets after scoring 25 Bundesliga goals this season, and Cousin said he had a clear preference when asked which team he thinks the striker should join.

"Arsenal. Because the team plays very well. And Arsenal need a striker to win the title next season," Cousin told the BBC World Service. "And I think if he plays with [Mesut] Ozil, he gives good assists. I think he can play very well with this team."

Cousin said he feels the striker wants to try his luck in the Premier League, but also said the Manchester clubs are both attractive options with new coaches Jose Mourinho and Pep Guardiola coming in at United and City respectively.

"I think he wants to move to England. The Premier League is a different style than in Germany. It's more physical," Cousin said. "For me I think it's a good moment for Pierre to move to a big club like Man United or Man City.

"I think he can score more goals and get more experience with a big team. They have now Mourinho at Man United and Guardiola [at Man City]. I think this kind of coach can help Pierre-Emerick to progress more."

Both Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger and Mourinho are expected to sign at least one striker this transfer window.

Arsenal have been linked with a move for Juventus' Alvaro Morata while speculation is rife that Zlatan Ibrahimovic could reunite with Mourinho at United.