Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has suggested that Ollie Watkins could leave the club this summer, with Emiliano Martínez also seeking a new challenge. As the Premier League season approaches, and Aston Villa sitting 4th in the table with 55 points from 32 games, Emery revealed that Watkins has received four bids from Al Hilal.
What happened?
Emiliano Martínez has asked to leave Aston Villa, with Emery stating that the goalkeeper has been seeking a new challenge for the past two summers.
Why it matters for Aston Villa
The potential exits of Watkins and Martínez would be a significant blow to Aston Villa, who have already seen several key players leave the club this summer, including Morgan Rogers, Lucas Digne, and Youri Tielemans.
What comes next?
Despite the uncertainty surrounding Watkins and Martínez, Emery remains optimistic about the club's transfer business, having signed several new players, including Johan Manzambi, João Gomes, and Aaron Wan-Bissaka. With the transfer window still open, Aston Villa fans will be eagerly awaiting further updates on the club's squad, as they prepare for their next fixture against Bournemouth on February 10, 2027
