Ollie Watkins
CF
Playmaking Forward
Dec 30, 1995 (30)
Right
5'11"
165 lb
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Joins Al Hilal permanently
Watkins has completed a permanent transfer from Aston Villa to Al Hilal, ending his six-year spell at Villa Park.
Analysis: Watkins leaves Aston Villa after establishing himself as one of the club's most prolific forwards, scoring 91 Premier League goals to depart as Villa's all-time leading scorer in the competition. The England international reached double figures in each of his six seasons at the club and also surpassed 100 goals across all competitions while helping Villa win the Europa League. His departure leaves a significant hole at the point of Aston Villa's attack, while Watkins should immediately compete for a prominent role in Al Hilal's frontline following the move.
Set to leave Aston Villa
Watkins is set to leave Aston Villa for Al-Hilal after pushing for a move away from the club, according to coach Unai Emery, per Birmingham Live. "He told us after the match that he was sorry and he told us that he made a mistake and that he was wrong. We accepted it. [...] I told him bye with a huge hug and a small tear."
Analysis: Watkins' departure from Villa is now effectively confirmed after Emery publicly said goodbye to the forward. The striker had asked not to feature in the season opener against Brighton as he pursued the move, a decision he subsequently apologized for and admitted was a mistake. Nicolas Jackson has been brought in as his replacement and is expected to take over as Villa's primary center-forward moving forward.
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