Aubameyang has fans convinced he will extend his Arsenal stay

– Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s current contract with Arsenal is set to expire at the end of next summer

– However, the 31-year-old has hinted to fans about putting pen to paper to extend his stay at the Emirates

– The Gabonese striker has scored 22 goals in all competitions for the north London club this season

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has hinted at to extending his contract with Arsenal after he blinked during an Instagram live video with his brother Willy.

The Gabonese striker has continuously been linked with a move out of the north London club in recent months but he has given Gunners fans a glimmer of hope.

Aubameyang answered a supporter’s request which sparked off reactions from the club’s faithfuls about extending his deal with Arsenal.

The 31-year-old appeared with his brother Willy in an Instagram live video which was posted on Twitter.

In the video, one Arsenal fan urged him: “Blink if you’re gunna sign.”

And the forward, who has scored 21 league goals with the Gunners in the Premier League winked leaving fans believing he is staying.

One fan said: “Done deal.” While a second added: “It’s the hope that kills ya.”

On the other hand, one simply stated: “He’s staying.”

Another happily posted: “This is so Arsenal, and I love it!”

Aubameyang has continued his brilliant form this season as he is in line to retain the topscorer’s award in the English elite division.

It is understood the former Dortmund striker will be placed on a £250,000 weekly deal with negotiations believed to be at an advanced stage.