Al Hilal and Aston Villa are finalizing a €58 million (SAR 254 million) deal plus add-ons for English striker Ollie Watkins. According to The Athletic, the 28-year-old is expected to travel in the coming days for a medical and sign a three-year contract.
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The transfer relies on Aston Villa securing a replacement, having reached an agreement to sign Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson for up to €75 million.
Key highlights of the transaction:
Improved Bid: Al Hilal raised their offer by €6 million after Villa rejected a previous €52 million proposal on August 21, despite Watkins’ clear desire to make the move.
Contract Situation: Watkins turned down Villa's informal extension offer through 2030, leaving his current deal set to expire in 2028.
Squad Impact: Watkins scored 21 goals last season to help Villa win the Europa League. Villa's attacking options remain stretched due to injuries to Tammy Abraham and Bryan Madjo.
