Man Utd consider signing Ollie Watkins this summer
manchester united they are supposedly considering signing Aston Villa star Ollie Watkins this summer, according to Talk SPORT.
After moving to Villa Park from Brentford in 2020, the 28-year-old has established himself as a key player for the West Midlands club in recent years.
The Englishman has been enjoying a stellar campaign this season, scoring 19 goals and registering 13 assists in 36 first division appearances. Furthermore, he has now guided his team to qualify for the Champions League by finishing in the top four this season.
According to the report of Talk SPORTMan Utd plan to sign a new proven striker to strengthen the front line and support. Rasmus Hojlund next season and have identified Watkins as an ideal option.
However, the report claims that acquiring the 28-year-old will not be easy for the Red Devils, with Villa being in Europe's elite club competition next season and United not. Furthermore, the striker still has four years left on his current contract after recently signing an extension with the Villans.
Watkins to Manchester United
United will therefore likely have to come up with a lucrative proposal to persuade Aston Villa to cash in on their star man. Talk SPORT He also claims Man Utd could reduce their wage bill by selling some stars to raise funds to sign Watkins this summer.
Watkins: valued at around £56m per Transfer market – is a highly talented striker and has already demonstrated his qualities in the Premier League in recent times. Therefore, he could be a big coup for Man Utd if they buy him.
However, the Red Devils' new minority shareholder Sir Jim Ratcliffe, who will also run the football side of Old Trafford, has previously hinted that United would look to sign young talent from now on with a view to the long future. term instead of spending big on established superstars.
Therefore, it will be interesting to see if the record Premier League champions ultimately opt to take a concrete approach to securing Watkins' signature in the coming matches. transfer window to reinforce your attack department.
