Aubameyang sacked as Arsenal captain: He had to accept the decision, says manager Mikel Arteta

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has just four goals in 14 Premier League games this season after signing a three-year contract extension last year that made him the team’s highest-paid player.

Arsenal have sacked captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang following a disciplinary breach and the decision has been taken in the best interests of the club, manager Mikel Arteta said on Tuesday.

Aubameyang, Arsenal's highest-paid player, was also told he would not be considered for selection for the English Premier League game against West Ham on Wednesday.