Gunners’ bid for Ollie Watkins rejected by Aston Villa

Arsenals’ hopes of touchdown Ollie Watkins this January switch window have been dashed after Aston Villa knocked again their supply, in line with Fabrizio Romano.

The Every day Mail had broke the information that Gunners boss Mikel Arteta has been a long-time admirer of England worldwide and the membership has now made a transfer for the 29-year-old. Watkins nonetheless has three years remaining on his contract at Aston Villa, the place he’s regarded as a key determine in Unai Emery’s plans.

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That mentioned, a transfer to Arsenal may very well be tempting for Watkins, who has overtly admitted to being an Arsenal fan rising up. In 2020, whereas at Brentford, he mentioned, “That’s the dream, to play for Arsenal someday. However, you recognize, it’s an extended shot.”

Villa, nevertheless, will really feel assured given Watkins’ contract state of affairs, and it’s unclear whether or not the Gunners will be capable to pull off what could be one of the crucial thrilling transfers of the January window. Jhon Duran’s potential departure to the Saudi Professional League implies that they won’t be actively trying to make every other gross sales upfront.

Watkins has scored 10 objectives in 31 appearances for Villa this season, together with one within the latest 2-2 draw in opposition to Arsenal on the Emirates.

The Gunners are open to bringing in a ahead as they try to steal a march on Liverpool within the Premier League title race. The membership opted not to herald a No.9 in the course of the summer season, with Arteta believing that Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus could be sufficient.