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Ollie Watkins

Born: December 30, 1995

Height: 5' 10.5" (180cm)

Hometown: Torbay, England

Nationality:

English

Position: Centre-forward

Career History
Senior	2014-2017	Exeter City
	→ 2014-2015	Weston-super-Mare (loan)
	2017-2020	Brentford
	2020-	Aston Villa

Sports Mole has 1,177 articles about Ollie Watkins. Articles 1 to 40:

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim on May 30, 2025

Man United transfer news: Red Devils 'hold trump card' as Ruben Amorim's side eye £61m striker move

Manchester United could allegedly sign RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko for a fee in the region of £61m during this summer's transfer window.

12:46

Bryan Mbeumo of Brentford during his side's match against Wolverhampton Wanderers, on May 25, 2025

Manchester United transfer news: Why the Red Devils have turned to the Premier League market

Sports Mole explores why Manchester United are targeting Premier League signings following the captures of Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo.

Jul 22, 06:49

Sporting Lisbon's Viktor Gyokeres pictured on August 31, 2024

Manchester United transfer news: Viktor Gyokeres 'upset' as agent 'angered' by manager Ruben Amorim

Manchester United were said to hold an interest in Sporting Lisbon's Viktor Gyokeres, but a report claims they upset the striker earlier in the transfer window.

Jul 21, 23:00

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery on January 21, 2025

Aston Villa summer transfer window: Top targets, budget, and priority positions

Sports Mole looks at Aston Villa's 2025 summer transfer window, including their top targets, priority positions, budget and most likely signings.

Jul 19, 00:53

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim on May 21, 2025

Man United's striker hunt: Three Premier League options for the 20-time English champions

Sports Mole looks at three Premier League strikers who could potentially arrive at Manchester United before the end of the summer transfer window.

Jul 17, 18:58

Newcastle transfer news: Eddie Howe’s side ‘submit bid higher than £60m’ for Liverpool-linked striker

Newcastle United reportedly submit a big-money offer for Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike, who has also been linked with other Premier League clubs including Liverpool.

Jul 14, 19:00

Manchester United's Rasmus Hojlund with Joshua Zirkzee on October 30, 2024

Man United forward 'on Roma's radar' as rumours of Serie A return grow stronger

Roma allegedly emerge as contenders for Manchester United forward Rasmus Hojlund, who continues to be linked with a move away from Old Trafford.

Jul 10, 18:05

Manchester United's Ruben Amorim on April 20, 2025

Why are Manchester United targeting Juventus flop to fix their number nine problem?

Manchester United are considering Moise Kean as their new number nine following his breakout season at Fiorentina.

Jul 9, 17:59

Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins celebrates with Morgan Rogers on April 12, 2025

Latest transfer news and rumours: Ollie Watkins to Newcastle, Mark Travers to Everton, Beto to Leeds

Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer news and rumours, including Ollie Watkins to Newcastle United, Mark Travers to Everton and Beto to Leeds United.

Jul 9, 11:16

Viktor Gyokeres celebrates after scoring for Sporting Lisbon on December 14, 2024

Arsenal transfer news: Mikel Arteta 'sets deadline' for striker signing amid Benjamin Sesko, Viktor Gyokeres uncertainty

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta reportedly sets the club a deadline to sign a new striker as they mull over whether to prioritise a deal for Benjamin Sesko or Viktor Gyokeres.

Jul 5, 08:50

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta at a press conference on February 20, 2024

Arsenal striker pursuit update as Mikel Arteta 'close' to securing Kai Havertz replacement ahead of title charge

Amid suggestions that Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has been trying to sign Kai Havertz's heir, a report claims they are close to securing a new striker.

Jul 4, 00:06

Man United transfer news: Inter Milan 'leading the race' for Red Devils striker as Ollie Watkins interest 'intensifies'

Inter Milan are allegedly leading the race to sign Manchester United forward Rasmus Hojlund during this summer's transfer window.

Jul 2, 20:03

Man United 'make concrete effort' to land Aston Villa star after 'admitting defeat' in pursuit of 27-year-old

Manchester United allegedly step up their interest in Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins, who is valued by his current club at £60m.

Jul 2, 17:42

Feyenoord's Zepiqueno Redmond pictured on April 5, 2025

Latest transfer news and rumours: Aston Villa confirm Zepiqueno Redmond signing, Crystal Palace eye Championship duo, Celtic defender departs

Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer news and rumours, including Zepiqueno Redmond to Aston Villa, Greg Taylor to PAOK and two Middlesbrough players to Crystal Palace.

Jul 1, 14:22

Man United 'make contact' over move for 16-goal Aston Villa star

Manchester United reportedly make contact over a potential deal to sign a key member of Unai Emery's Aston Villa squad.

Jun 30, 20:01

Chelsea's Nicolas Jackson and Noni Madueke pictured on August 25, 2024

Chelsea transfer news: Aston Villa 'make preliminary move' for attacker with uncertain future

Aston Villa reportedly express an interest in signing a Chelsea attacker that seemingly has an uncertain future at Stamford Bridge.

Jun 30, 15:29

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim on May 9, 2025

Man United 'identify' 87-goal striker as Viktor Gyokeres, Hugo Ekitike 'alternative'

Manchester United are allegedly giving serious consideration to moving for Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins during this summer's transfer window.

Jun 25, 09:08

Bryan Mbeumo responds to Tottenham, Man United transfer speculation and reacts to Thomas Frank Brentford exit

Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo responds to speculation linking him with Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United and reacts to Thomas Frank's move to the former.

Jun 15, 20:15

Aston Villa's Jhon Duran and Ollie Watkins pictured on October 26, 2024

Arsenal in fresh Viktor Gyokeres transfer twist as Gunners 're-examine' move for £80m striker

Arsenal allegedly put their plans to sign Sporting Lisbon's Viktor Gyokeres on ice and instead switch their focus to a Premier League striker ahead of the reopening of the summer window.

Jun 15, 17:19

England's Harry Kane claps the fans on June 7, 2025

Preview: England vs Senegal - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Tuesday's International Friendlies clash between England and Senegal, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.

Jun 8, 20:54

Bukayo Saka injury latest: Arsenal star 'left out' of England squad after Thomas Tuchel update

England manager Thomas Tuchel admits he is unlikely to risk an Arsenal star against Andorra on Saturday after he missed training on Friday with an injury.

Jun 7, 08:53

England's Harry Kane, Ollie Watkins and Adam Wharton pictured on July 10, 2024

Thomas Tuchel suffers early England blow as striker withdraws from squad with "minor injury"

England announce that one of Thomas Tuchel's strikers has withdrawn from June's matches with Andorra and Senegal due to a minor injury.

Jun 6, 18:02

England head coach Thomas Tuchel on March 24, 2025

Preview: Andorra vs England - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Saturday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Andorra and England, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.

Jun 5, 17:09

Aston Villa's Marcus Rashford celebrates on February 28, 2025

Marcus Rashford: Man United forward could be offered surprise Serie A escape route as 'shock' transfer emerges

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford could be offered a surprise escape route by a Serie A club this summer, according to a report.

Jun 3, 08:28

The striker market merry-go-round: Where could Europe's most coveted strikers end up this summer?

Sports Mole takes a look at the potential destinations for some of Europe's most coveted strikers in the 2025 summer transfer window.

Jun 3, 00:08

Arsenal's Kai Havertz pictured on January 25, 2025

Arsenal to 'make a move' for Premier League striker as Mikel Arteta searches for Kai Havertz replacement

Arsenal will look to strengthen their forward line in the summer transfer window, and reports suggest that they are ready to move for a Premier League striker.

May 28, 23:07

Arsenal midfielder Jorginho in September 2024.

Latest transfer news and rumours: Jorginho leaves Arsenal for Flamengo, Zepiqueno Redmond to Aston Villa

Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer news and rumours, including Jorginho leaving Arsenal and Zepiqueno Redmond joining Aston Villa.

May 28, 16:55

Marco Asensio of Aston Villa celebrates scoring against Club Brugge, on March 12, 2025

Aston Villa transfer news: Marco Asensio hints at future with emotional statement

Marco Asensio posts a social media statement about his time on loan at Aston Villa as he prepares to return to parent club Paris Saint-Germain.

May 27, 13:15

Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring on February 1, 2025

Liverpool's Mohamed Salah tops 10-player vote for Premier League Forward of the Season award

Liverpool's Mohamed Salah is the clear winner in the vote for the Premier League Forward of the Season in the 2024-25 Sports Mole Readers' Awards.

May 26, 14:37

Premier League Team of the Season: Mohamed Salah, Bruno Fernandes, Virgil van Dijk

Sports Mole selects its Premier League Team of the Season for the 2024-25 campaign, including Mohamed Salah, Bruno Fernandes and Virgil van Dijk.

May 26, 09:07

Arsenal players celebrate Gabriel Martinelli's goal on April 20, 2025

Arsenal 2024-25 season review: Star player, best moment, standout result from Mikel Arteta's latest trophyless campaign

Sports Mole provides an in-depth review of Arsenal's 2024-25 season, selecting the Gunners' star player, best moment and standout result.

May 26, 09:00

Aston Villa make official Premier League complaint after Manchester United controversy creates transfer uncertainty

Aston Villa will make an official complaint to the Premier League after a controversial refereeing decision led to them missing out on the Champions League.

May 25, 23:38

Manchester United's Alejandro Garnacho on May 21, 2025

Man United vs. Aston Villa: Alejandro Garnacho future becomes clear as Ruben Amorim names team for final-day showdown

Alejandro Garnacho is left out of the Manchester United squad for Sunday's Premier League clash with Aston Villa at Old Trafford, with the Argentine set to leave the Red Devils this summer.

May 25, 13:48

Aston Villa midfielder Jacob Ramsey in October 2024.

Aston Villa lineup vs. Man United: Predicted XI for final Premier League game of 2024-25

Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Aston Villa could line up for Sunday's Premier League clash with Manchester United.

May 23, 17:06

Ezri Konsa scores and celebrates for Aston Villa on May 16, 2025

Aston Villa bidding to end 94-year streak, break club record in crucial Manchester United Premier League fixture

Aston Villa will be bidding to end a 94-year streak and set a new club record when they face Manchester United in the Premier League on Sunday.

May 23, 15:55

England squad announced: Thomas Tuchel's winners and losers for Andorra, Senegal fixtures

England boss Thomas Tuchel reveals his squad for June's matches with Andorra and Senegal.

May 23, 08:59

Boubacar Kamara scores and celebrates for Aston Villa on May 16, 2025

Aston Villa 2-0 Tottenham Hotspur: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Villa's Champions League hopes boosted

Aston Villa secure a crucial 2-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League, keeping their Champions League hopes alive heading into the final day of the season.

May 16, 20:26

Aston Villa's Matty Cash, Amadou Onana, Boubacar Kamara and Morgan Rogers celebrate on April 19, 2025

Aston Villa vs. Tottenham Hotspur: Unai Emery's Champions League-chasing side bidding to break club record

Aston Villa will be bidding to break a club record when they square off against Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League on Friday night.

May 16, 11:25

Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou pictured on January 30, 2025

Preview: Aston Villa vs. Tottenham Hotspur - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Friday's Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Tottenham Hotspur, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.

May 14, 20:57

Liverpool manager Arne Slot celebrates securing the Premier League title on April 27, 2025

Liverpool transfer news: Reds 'identify' three key priorities for summer transfer window

Liverpool are reportedly targeting the signings of a new striker, centre-back and left-back during the upcoming summer transfer window.

May 12, 15:29

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