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Ollie Watkins

England international striker who transferred from Aston Villa to Al-Hilal in 2026 for £51m.

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  1. September 2026
  2. Joy Online

    He will team up with Ollie Watkins at Al-Hilal after the England striker left Aston Villa in a £51m deal.

    Arsenal’s Martinelli joins Al-Hilal in £60m move
  3. The Ghanaian Times

    England international Ollie Watkins marked his Saudi Pro League debut with a goal as Al-Hilal beat Al-Ahli 3-0 to maintain their winning start to the new season.

    Watkins scores on Saudi Pro League debut
  4. Daily Guide

    Their biggest departures include Morgan Rogers to Chelsea for £117m and Ollie Watkins to Al-Hilal for £51m.

    Aston Villa Complete Double Signing Of Mbaye, Harwood-Bellis
  5. August 2026
  6. Joy Online

    And if the Senegal international agrees personal terms and completes the switch to Villa his arrival is likely to trigger England international Ollie Watkins’ move to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal.

    Villa close to £65m move for Chelsea’s Jackson
  7. Daily Guide

    Speaking after the final warm‑up match against Borussia Monchengladbach, Emery explained the absence of Konsa, Emiliano Martinez and Ollie Watkins, saying: “They are joining us after this match.” The post Arsenal Agree £50m-plus Deal To Sign Villa’s Konsa appeared first on DailyG

    Arsenal Agree £50m-plus Deal To Sign Villa’s Konsa
  8. The Chronicle

    Speaking after the final warm‑up match against Borussia Monchengladbach, Emery explained the absence of Konsa, Emiliano Martinez and Ollie Watkins, saying: “They are joining us after this match.” Credit: bbc The post Arsenal agree £50m-plus deal to sign Villa’s Konsa appeared fir

    Arsenal agree £50m-plus deal to sign Villa’s Konsa
  9. July 2026
  10. Joy Online

    Over the past six seasons, Foden is one of only three Premier League players to have scored 10 or more goals in all competitions, along with former Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah and Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins.

    Foden signs new four-year Man City contract
  11. June 2026
  12. The Ghanaian Times

    Tuchel boasts of a potent attacking arsenal powered by the high-flying Harry Kane, ably supported by top talents including Marcus Rashford, Jude Bellingham and Ollie Watkins who on any good day can harm any defence.

    Can Black Stars tame The Three Lions …in historic World Cup clash?
  13. Joy Online

    Toney scored a hat-trick while Aston Villa duo Rogers and Ollie Watkins were also on target as England ran out comfortable winners.

    Tuchel throws first pitch as England enjoy downtime
  14. Joy Online

    Rice filled in as captain during Harry Kane’s absence for the October friendly against Wales, when Ollie Watkins replaced Kane in the England attack.

    Declan Rice to be England’s vice-captain at World Cup

Friday 4 September

  1. Arsenal's Martinelli joins Al-Hilal for £60m transfer

    Brazilian forward Gabriel Martinelli has left Arsenal for Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal in a £60m deal, signing a four-year contract after being told he was not part of manager Mikel Arteta's plans. The 25-year-old, who spent seven years at the Gunners, will earn significantly higher wages than his reported £180,000 per week at Arsenal.

    4 September 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 3 September

  1. Ollie Watkins scores on Saudi Pro League debut

    England international Ollie Watkins marked his Saudi Pro League debut with a goal as Al-Hilal beat Al-Ahli 3-0. The 30-year-old, who joined from Aston Villa for £51m, was introduced at half-time and headed home Sultan Mandash's cross near the end of the match.

    3 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Wednesday 2 September

  1. Aston Villa sign Mbaye from PSG and Harwood-Bellis

    Aston Villa have signed Senegal winger Ibrahim Mbaye from Paris Saint-Germain for €55 million and English defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis from Southampton in a deal reaching £29 million, as manager Unai Emery strengthens the squad.

    2 September 2026 · Daily Guide

Wednesday 26 August

  1. Aston Villa close to £65m deal for Chelsea striker Jackson

    Aston Villa are near agreement to sign striker Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea for up to £65m (£47.5m initial plus £17.5m add-ons), with Jackson expected to reunite with Unai Emery. His arrival would likely trigger England international Ollie Watkins' move to Saudi Arabia's Al-Hilal.

    26 August 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 20 August

  1. Arsenal agree £50m-plus deal for Aston Villa defender Konsa

    Arsenal have agreed a deal worth more than £50m to sign Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa, an England international who will have a medical before completing his move to Emirates Stadium. The 28-year-old, who joined Villa in July 2019, has made 286 appearances over the past seven seasons.

    20 August 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. Arsenal agrees £50m deal to sign Aston Villa defender Konsa

    Arsenal have agreed a deal worth more than £50m to sign Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa, who is set to have a medical before completing his move to Emirates Stadium.

    20 August 2026 · The Chronicle

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Manchester City midfielder Foden extends contract until 2030

    Phil Foden has signed a new four-year contract with Manchester City, keeping him at the club until 2030. The 26-year-old midfielder has made 369 appearances for City, winning six Premier League titles, one Champions League, and two FA Cups.

    22 July 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 23 June

  1. Ghana faces England in historic 2026 World Cup Group L clash

    Ghana's Black Stars play England's Three Lions in a Group L match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Gillette Stadium, with both teams occupying the top two spots and able to secure knockout stage progression with a win. The encounter is historic as it presents the first competitive meeting between the nations, who previously drew 1-1 in a 2011 friendly.

    23 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Friday 19 June

  1. Tuchel attends baseball game as England squad rests after World Cup win

    Thomas Tuchel threw the first pitch at Kansas City Royals' stadium as England's squad enjoyed downtime following their 4-2 victory over Croatia. Squad members not used in the match played a separate 5-1 friendly against Sporting KC, with Ivan Toney scoring a hat-trick.

    19 June 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 7 June

  1. Declan Rice named England vice-captain for World Cup

    Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice, 27, has been named England's vice-captain for the World Cup under manager Thomas Tuchel. Rice has earned 72 caps for England and recently helped Arsenal win the Premier League and reach the Champions League final.

    7 June 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 3 June

  1. Jude Bellingham given England No 10 shirt for World Cup

    England has announced its squad numbers for the World Cup, with Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham receiving the No 10 shirt, potentially signalling his role in the central attacking role ahead of Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers.

    3 June 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 24 May

  1. Guardiola emotional as Manchester City reign ends

    Pep Guardiola shed tears during his final match as Manchester City manager when captain Bernardo Silva was substituted out in the 59th minute. City lost to Aston Villa, marking the end of Guardiola's decade of dominance at the club.

    24 May 2026 · Joy Online

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