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England forward’s exit continues busy summer for Villa
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England forward’s exit continues busy summer for Villa
News follows Emiliano Martínez moving to Chelsea
Al-Hilal have signed Ollie Watkins from Aston Villa, the two clubs announced on Sunday, as the 30-year-old striker ended a successful six-year spell with the Midlands club where he became their top scorer in the Premier League. The England international, who had two years left on his Villa contract, has moved for a reported £51m.
Watkins signed a three-year contract as Al-Hilal acquired a proven goalscorer after he scored 21 goals in all competitions last season, including five goals in the Europa League as he helped deliver a European trophy to Unai Emery’s side.
News follows Emiliano Martínez moving to Chelsea
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Source: The Guardian · Associated Press. Published 30 Aug 2026, 04:46 pm.
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