Liverpool 'will launch bid' to sign Watkins this summer
Liverpool are preparing to submit a formal offer to sign Aston Villa star Ollie Watkins this summer, according to Sun.
The 28-year-old enjoyed a stellar campaign in the just-concluded season, scoring 27 goals and registering 13 assists in 53 appearances in all competitions. Additionally, he has helped his team qualify for the Champions League by finishing in the top four.
After an impressive campaign, Watkins has been called up to the England team for the next European Championship to be held in Germany.
Now, according to the report SunLiverpool have not been convinced by Darwin Núñez despite signing him for a record fee and the South American could leave the club this summer with Barcelona linked with a movement for him.
The report further claims that new Liverpool manager Arne Slot is interested in signing a new striker and has identified Watkins as a key option. Sun He further states that the Reds are willing to “launch an offer” to sign the striker as Aston Villa fear they will be forced to sell their star this summer.
Watkins to Liverpool
It was previously reported that Aston Villa want a fee of more than £86 million to sell his star man But if the striker demonstrates his qualities at this summer's Euro Cup, his price could increase in the coming weeks.
Furthermore, with Watkins still having four years left on his current contract, Aston Villa are in a strong position to hold firm on his valuation, so it won't be easy for Liverpool to get this deal done before next season.
Watkins is a top-notch forward and is a first division proven star. He is fast, strong, good in the air, efficient at containing play, can create opportunities for his attacking teammates, has a poacher's instinct inside the box and also works hard out of possession. So the 28-year-old would be a huge coup for Liverpool if they were to buy him.
However, it will be interesting to see if the Merseyside club ultimately opts to take a concrete approach to signing the Aston Villa star in the coming years. transfer window.
