Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang heading to Barca, Everton snap up Dele Alli

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has left Arsenal to join Barcelona on a free transfer, with the move to be announced later today, while Dele Alli is linking up with Frank Lampard at Everton.

The 32-year-old former Gunners captain arrived in Spain on Monday morning, sparking rumours of a loan move to the LaLiga side although confusion reigned as no agreement had been reached.

The Gabon international returned home early from the Africa Cup of Nations due to health reasons but has not played for the Gunners since being disciplined by the club in December.

He had been linked with a loan move this January, with Barcelona among those clubs reportedly showing an interest.

Talks, however, progressed during Monday and Aubameyang is set to complete the move to La Liga.

After securing the services of Donny Van de Beek on loan from Manchester United, new Everton boss Frank Lampard snapped up Dele Alli in a permanent deal from Tottenham.

Alli, 25, signed a two-and-a-half-year contract with the influence of Lampard thought to be key to the deal.

On joining Everton, Alli said: "I'm delighted to have signed for Everton, a huge club with a great fanbase and history.

"I'm eager to get started and can't wait for my first game in an Everton shirt.

"I'm looking forward to helping the team and the opportunity to work with the new manager Frank Lampard."