OM's plan for Amine Gouiri against Aubameyang

OM kicks off their season this Friday against Rennes. The club already knows how it plans to handle the Amine Gouiri - Aubameyang competition.

For this opening Ligue 1 match of the season against Rennes on Friday, Amine Gouiri is set to start. But how long will he hold onto that spot? The Algerian forward will have to deal with competition from Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. In this situation, captain Leonardo Balerdi is ready to support the ex-Lyon striker.

"I have a very good relationship with Amine, he's a true professional. I love his mentality, his ambitions. He always talks to me about achieving great things. The competition? I'll help him to stay calm and confident. It's not easy when a striker like Aubameyang arrives, but we'll support him, especially with our words. Competition makes you grow. If it's healthy in the dressing room, it's only beneficial," Balerdi said at the press conference.

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