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- Ollie Watkins has emerged as a potential summer transfer target after expressing frustration over being benched at Aston Villa
- Arsenal lead the next club betting at 6/4 with Manchester United, Newcastle, and Liverpool also linked
- Paddy Power offering odds with Saudi Pro League clubs also in the market at 10/1
Watkins Next Club Betting: Arsenal Early Favourites to Land Villa Striker
Transfer speculation around Ollie Watkins has accelerated after the Aston Villa star admitted he was "fuming" about being benched for their crucial Champions League quarter-final against Paris Saint-Germain.
While Villa would remain hopeful of keeping their top scorer, several major clubs are monitoring the situation closely and UK betting sites have reacted quickly by opening a next club market.
Arsenal are the current 6/4 favourites to sign Watkins this summer after their bid for the player in January was rejected, with Manchester United next Paddy Power's market at 9/2.
Watkins, who became the first Villa play to score 15 more more goals in three consecutive Premier League seasons last weekend, would likely command a significant transfer fee if Villa do decide to cash in.
| Ollie Watkins Next Club | Odds | Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Arsenal | 6/4 | 40.0% |
| Man Utd | 9/2 | 18.2% |
| Newcastle | 15/2 | 11.8% |
| Liverpool | 17/2 | 10.5% |
| Chelsea | 17/2 | 10.5% |
| Any Saudi Pro League Club | 10/1 | 9.1% |
What the expert says...
Arsenal the Frontrunners But Premier League Rivals Also Lurking
Mikel Arteta is expected to strengthen his attacking options this summer, and Watkins' Premier League experience, physicality, and versatility would fit seamlessly into Arsenal’s style.
At 6/4, punters clearly see the Gunners as strong favourites.
Manchester United, in desperate need of a reliable goalscorer, are priced at 9/2 but their summer transfer strategy could hinge on player sales.
Both Newcastle United and Liverpool are priced between 15/2 and 17/2, with each monitoring attacking reinforcements.
Interestingly, Any Saudi Pro League Club is priced at 10/1, with Saudi clubs increasingly aggressive in targeting Premier League talent though Watkins is believed to favour staying in Europe at this stage of his career.
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Where to Bet on Ollie Watkins' Next Club
Markets for Ollie Watkins' next club are now live at leading betting sites, including Paddy Power.
Transfer specials offer plenty of betting value during the summer window and don't forget to check out the latest free bets before backing a move.
