Fabrizio Romano has provided his verdict after Arsenal were tipped to rival Erling Haaland and Man City by handing Mikel Arteta his own goal machine
Despite the excellent form of Gabriel Jesus and Eddie Nketiah this season, Mikel Arteta seems keen to bring in a new centre-forward after being linked with several names recently.
Aston Villa beat Newcastle 3-0 on Saturday with Watkins getting a brace on the same day links with Arsenal began to resurface - while Rio Ferdinand has made an England prediction
Arsenal aren't giving up on a striker raid from within the Prem that looks difficult to make, and it's importance has been heightened following a worrying update on a current forward
Arsenal will find it very hard to sign an Aston Villa star as he is in line to receive a lucrative new contract in the west Midlands, according to a report
A Villa star is 'really appreciated' by Arteta who's called on Arsenal to complete a summer move that'd make a dream come true
Arteta dropped his guard when joking about two Arsenal players who played a major part in their comeback victory over Villa, and revealed which opposition player he knew would be a "big concern".
The Whites have been advised to procede with caution amid growing claims they are ready to sign a striker seen as a potential upgrade to Bamford
Aston Villa could soon see the back of one of their star players, allowing Everton to complete a transfer that solves a big problem in their squad
Bamford's latest injury setback has again left the Whites light up top, prompting an updates on five transfer targets on their radar.
Amid claims that Gerrard is looking to offload England striker Watkins, Villa are reportedly locked in talks over a top-class striker signing
Aston Villa could make a big profit if they sell England international Ollie Watkins to West Ham this summer
Smith has revealed his shock at losing the Aston Villa job, and namechecked three players whose absences contributed towards his downfall.
It may have been 'sloppy' at times but the former England captain felt there was a lot to be pleased about during the 3-0 win
We rate the players as goals from Ollie Watkins and Raheem Sterling gave England a 3-0 friendly win over 10-man Ivory Coast.
The Villa man has seen his future called into question of late - but an exit appears the last thing on Gerrard's mind given Owen's comments
Steven Gerrard 'isn't convinced' about the Aston Villa star, meaning Arsenal could land him in the summer
Villa have endured a tough time of late and it's time for their star men to stand up and be counted, according to one pundit
Gerrard is not afraid to make the big calls - and now Merson reckons one big-name Villa star will soon pay the price
Arsenal are angry with Dusan Vlahovic's representatives and believe their interest was used as a smokescreen.
Mikel Arteta could be set to sign a striker in January and one man feels he may have the answer
One pundit has revealed a system problem at Aston Villa, which is hindering some of their star players' performances.
Arteta will be backed with two Prem strikers touted, while Ferguson has reportedly criticised Solskjaer for a key Man Utd, Ronaldo decision.
Tottenham are working behind the scenes trying to bring in a new striker and a Premier League man is reportedly on their radar.
The Reds are seriously considering the signing of a new attacker this summer and have four names on their shortlist, it's been revealed
Liverpool have been told why an Aston Villa favourite would be a "perfect" fit for their style, while new signing Konate has been assessed
Spurs would rather keep their talismanic striker but have two replacements in mind in case they can't
Southgate has to lose seven players from his provisional England squad by next week
Tony Cascarino has had his say on who he thinks Tottenham could go after if Harry Kane leaves this summer
Smith described the decision to award Man Utd a penalty as "pathetic", and notes several more decision that have gone against his side.
Robbie Fowler believes that the Premier League's top clubs should be tussling for a player who would fit like a glove in their teams
Ollie Watkins also spoke to the press, and stated how high he believes Villa can finish after putting his England hopes to one side.
El Ghazi produced a sublime finish to cap off a thrilling encounter that severely dented the Champions League aspirations of Everton.
One pundit has made an admission about Patrick Bamford's role in the England squad following his strong season for Leeds
Reds chiefs have reportedly identified an Aston Villa star as an ideal signing this summer
Ollie Watkins also spoke to the press, and insisted that Villa will used this Liverpool contest as a learning experience.
Trent Alexander-Arnold silenced the critics after his superb late strike handed Liverpool their first league win at Anfield in 2021.
There were a number of missed chances, but the result was never in doubt and it was a particularly memorable day for two players
The Aston Villa striker is in the Three Lions squad for the first time and is making the most of the opportunity
It has been a superb six months for one of Villa's new stars but there is much more to come from the talented forward.
One of the overlooked duo is "very unfortunate" to miss out, the England boss says, but the other less so
Differing fates for two Leeds stars as an Aston Villa man earns his first call-up to the latest England squad
Ollie Watkins also spoke to the press, and gave his verdict on how Villa are doing in the absence of talisman Jack Grealish.
It was another excellent display by the hosts but Arsenal still have work to do if they are to challenge for Europe.
The Englishman has hit the ground running since his move to Villa but says there is a lot more to come
Aston Villa bounced back from successive defeats to overcome Arsenal in convincing fashion with a 3-0 win.