{"id":40327,"date":"2026-07-25T07:46:25","date_gmt":"2026-07-25T07:46:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eplvip.com\/index.php\/2026\/07\/25\/formal-approach-expected-between-manchester-united-and-arsenal-over-40m-transfer-for-ollie-watkins\/"},"modified":"2026-07-25T07:46:25","modified_gmt":"2026-07-25T07:46:25","slug":"formal-approach-expected-between-manchester-united-and-arsenal-over-40m-transfer-for-ollie-watkins","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eplvip.com\/index.php\/2026\/07\/25\/formal-approach-expected-between-manchester-united-and-arsenal-over-40m-transfer-for-ollie-watkins\/","title":{"rendered":"&#8216;Formal approach&#8217; expected between Manchester United and Arsenal over \u00a340m transfer for Ollie Watkins"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"article-body\">\n<h2 class=\"LeadText_lead-text__wd_PA __className_040f43\" data-testid=\"leadtext\">Aston Villa have lost several key players this summer and could be set to lose another as their Premier League rivals are circling again<\/h2>\n<div class=\"ImageEmbed_image-embed__0T8WX ImageEmbed_image-lead__Ti3qQ\" data-testid=\"leadimage\" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-articleid=\"37474550\">\n<div class=\"ImageEmbed_image-container__2AIQm\">\n<figure class=\"Figure_figure__Uce4f\" style=\"--figure-aspect-ratio:1.5\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Manchester United and Arsenal are reported to be keeping an eye on Ollie Watkins this summer.\" loading=\"eager\" sizes=\"(max-width: 508px) 508px, (max-width: 615px) 615px, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/i2-prod.mirror.co.uk\/article37474550.ece\/ALTERNATES\/s1200f\/0_JS412535136.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i2-prod.mirror.co.uk\/article37474550.ece\/ALTERNATES\/s508\/0_JS412535136.jpg 508w, https:\/\/i2-prod.mirror.co.uk\/article37474550.ece\/ALTERNATES\/s615\/0_JS412535136.jpg 615w, https:\/\/i2-prod.mirror.co.uk\/article37474550.ece\/ALTERNATES\/s1200f\/0_JS412535136.jpg 1200w\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"ImageCaption_caption__j7HRu\" data-testid=\"image-caption\">\n<p aria-label=\"Manchester United and Arsenal are reportedly keeping an eye on developments with Ollie Watkins this summer.\" class=\"ImageCaption_caption-title__ccyQU\" data-testid=\"caption-title\">Manchester United and Arsenal are reportedly keeping an eye on Ollie Watkins this summer (Image: (Photo by Eddie Keogh &#8211; The FA\/The FA via Getty Images))<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/div>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh\" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Manchester United and Arsenal are reportedly keeping a close eye on Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins after the Europa League winners turned down an approach from Turkish side Fenerbahce.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh\" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">The Turkish side are said to have been planning to bid \u00a335 million for the England international, but Villa have made it clear they will not accept that bid.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh\" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">The Sun claims that several clubs in England and Europe are keen to sign Watkins this summer. Fenerbahce were hoping to offer the 30-year-old a three-year deal worth \u00a37.5 million and an annual salary of \u00a38.5 million.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh\" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Villa have made their stance on the Turkish side clear, but Arsenal and United are interested in signing Watkins in a bid to reinvigorate their attack, and \u00a340m could be enough to lure Villa into negotiations.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh\" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Follow the Arsenal FB page! For the latest Gunners news and details, visit our dedicated Facebook page.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh\" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Arsenal are expected to sell Gabriel Jesus this summer, with the Brazilian forward attracting interest from Serie A side AC Milan, with the Gunners reportedly considering Watkins the ideal replacement.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh\" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">As for United, there have been rumors of a return to Italy for Joshua Zirksee, with Juventus keen to sign the former Bologna striker, who had a good run in Serie A before moving to Old Trafford.<\/p>\n<div data-testid=\"image-group\">\n<div class=\"ImageEmbed_image-embed__0T8WX false\" data-testid=\"imageembed-37088541\" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-articleid=\"37088541\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"image\">\n<div class=\"ImageEmbed_image-container__2AIQm\">\n<figure class=\"Figure_figure__Uce4f\" style=\"--figure-aspect-ratio:1.5\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Joshua Zirkzee before the UEFA Europa League 2024\/25 semi-final second leg match between Manchester United and Athletic Club. \" loading=\"lazy\" sizes=\"(max-width: 458px) 458px, (max-width: 615px) 615px, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/i2-prod.mirror.co.uk\/article37088541.ece\/ALTERNATES\/s1200e\/0_Manchester-United-v-Athletic-Club-UEFA-Europa-League-202425-Semi-Final-Second-Leg.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i2-prod.mirror.co.uk\/article37088541.ece\/ALTERNATES\/s458b\/0_Manchester-United-v-Athletic-Club-UEFA-Europa-League-202425-Semi-Final-Second-Leg.jpg 458w, https:\/\/i2-prod.mirror.co.uk\/article37088541.ece\/ALTERNATES\/s615b\/0_Manchester-United-v-Athletic-Club-UEFA-Europa-League-202425-Semi-Final-Second-Leg.jpg 615w, https:\/\/i2-prod.mirror.co.uk\/article37088541.ece\/ALTERNATES\/s1200e\/0_Manchester-United-v-Athletic-Club-UEFA-Europa-League-202425-Semi-Final-Second-Leg.jpg 1200w\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"ImageCaption_caption__j7HRu\" data-testid=\"image-caption\">\n<p aria-label=\"Joshua Zirkzee is one player who could leave Manchester United this summer. \" class=\"ImageCaption_caption-title__ccyQU\" data-testid=\"caption-title\">Joshua Zirkzee is one of the players who could leave Manchester United this summer. (Image: Ash Donnellon\/Manchester United via Getty Images)<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh\" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Reports earlier this week claimed that the Dutch international had given his approval to Juventus ahead of talks with United, but as things stand, no talks are taking place between the clubs.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh\" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">AS Roma are also said to be keen to sign Zirksee this summer, with The Sun suggesting Michael Carrick&#8217;s side are expected to make a formal approach to sign Watkins if United decide to let the 25-year-old go.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh\" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Follow Man United&#8217;s FB page! Keep up with the latest United news and more on our dedicated Facebook page<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh\" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Villa are in a difficult financial position this summer as they are aware they will have to sell players to comply with UEFA regulations.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh\" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">United took advantage of the \u00a335m release clause in Youri Tielemans&#8217; Villa contract to sign the Belgian international, while PSG are in talks to re-sign Lucas Digne.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh\" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Villa will receive an estimated \u00a345m for these two transfers, while they have also signed Swiss star Johan Manzambi for a similar amount.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh\" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">They also approved the sale of Morgan Rodgers for a club-record \u00a3117m, with Chelsea beating Arsenal to sign him.<\/p>\n<div class=\"AffiliateContentsEmbed_affiliate-contents-container__oTiet\" data-testid=\"affiliate-contents-embed\">\n<div data-testid=\"affiliate-content\" class=\"AffiliateContent_affiliate-content-container__10EX_ affiliate-content\">\n<p>Sky Sports, HBO Max, Netflix, Disney+ and Ultimate TV packages<\/p>\n<div class=\"AffiliateDisclaimer_affiliate-disclaimer__dG5ST\">\n<div class=\"AffiliateDisclaimer_affiliate-text__8nmDa\">This article contains affiliate links and we receive a commission from any sales we generate from them. learn more<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"AffiliateContent_section-container__JMDzM AffiliateContent_content-details__U6C2M AffiliateContent_has-content-img___LY95\">\n<div class=\"AffiliateContent_section-content__QCkL9\">\n<div class=\"AffiliateContent_content-image__FxPNL\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"content image\" fetchpriority=\"auto\" loading=\"eager\" src=\"https:\/\/i2-prod.mirror.co.uk\/article33404045.ece\/ALTERNATES\/s510b\/0_Sky-Factbox.jpg\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"AffiliateContent_section-container__JMDzM\">\n<div id=\"product-description\" class=\"AffiliateContent_section-content__QCkL9\">\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh\" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Sky has upgraded its Ultimate TV and Sky Sports bundles to include HBO Max, Netflix, Disney+, discovery+ and Hayu, plus 135 channels and complete coverage of the Premier League and EFL from Sky.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh\" data-tmdatatrack=\"content-unit\" data-tmdatatrack-type=\"paragraph\">Sky has over 1,400 live matches from the Premier League, EFL and more, and at least 215 live matches from the top flight across F1, darts and golf.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mirror.co.uk\/sport\/football\/transfer-news\/man-utd-arsenal-ollie-watkins-37474554\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Aston Villa have lost several key players this summer and could be set to lose another as their Premier League rivals are circling again Manchester United and Arsenal are reportedly keeping an eye on Ollie Watkins this summer (Image: (Photo by Eddie Keogh &#8211; 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