United keen on Watkins
While Rasmus Hojlund might have impressed many around Old Trafford after completing a £72million move from Atalanta last summer, it appears that Manchester United have another striking option on their wishlist ahead of the 2024/25 campaign.
Although Man City record-breaker Erling Haaland might be cruising his way to consecutive Golden Boots, Ollie Watkins has enjoyed his own remarkable flurry this season and finds his stock at a red-hot high.
Sat firmly in the driving seat to be the deputy to Harry Kane at this summer’s European Championships, the England international has cemented his spot as one of the Premier League’s elite marksmen.
Registering 19 top-flight strikes this season and spearheading Aston Villa’s charge to a famous Champions League return, the one-time Brentford starlet appears to be attracting plenty of heavyweight interest.
Despite previous links to Arsenal this summer, talkSPORT reported this week that Manchester United have identified Watkins as a leading transfer target and is admired by new co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
🚨🚨| JUST IN: Manchester United are considering signing Ollie Watkins. He fits the profile co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe wants to bring in to support Rasmus Højlund.
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Diaz plays down a move away from Anfield
Although Liverpool might have confirmed that they have no intention of letting attacking icon Mohamed Salah leave this summer, there has been continued speculation over Luis Diaz’s future at Anfield.
However, while it might have been reported over the past few weeks that French giants PSG are keen on making a summer move for the Colombia international, Diaz has played down speculation that he is planning for life outside of the Premier League.
With new boss Arne Slot set to officially come in and replace Jurgen Klopp next month, it appears that the 27-year-old will play a leading…
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Author : Tom Dunstan
Publish date : 2024-05-17 12:24:46
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