Watkins is willing to join Manchester United, and he can be acquired for a minimum of £50 million! He previously partnered with Mbeumo, so no adjustment period is needed.

This summer, Premier League clubs such as Manchester United, Liverpool, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Newcastle United are all eager to secure a new forward. At present, Chelsea has successfully signed Liam Delap and João Pedro, while Arsenal is nearing a deal for Fábio Carvalho. Liverpool and Newcastle have also identified specific targets; if Slot brings in Isak, the Magpies will pursue Frankfurt's Ékitiké. Only Manchester United currently lacks any leads.

Manchester United has been used by several strikers to "drive up prices," but they may ultimately have to choose players that other top teams do not want. For instance, Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins, who scored 16 goals and provided 8 assists last season, has not attracted much interest from major European clubs. Watkins has supported Arsenal since childhood, but unfortunately, he did not fulfill his "Gunners dream" during the January transfer window and may miss out on the Emirates Stadium.

Arsenal's top choice is currently Fábio Carvalho, with Benjamin Šeško from RB Leipzig as the "Plan B." Watkins has fallen behind on the list. According to reports from "The Open Stand," if given the chance, Watkins would be eager to sign with Arsenal, but unfortunately, he has not received such an opportunity.

According to British media outlet "GiveMeSport," if Manchester United makes an offer to Watkins, the 29-year-old striker is also willing to move to Old Trafford. It remains unclear what Villa's specific asking price is, but rumors suggest that any deal will exceed £50 million. Should Watkins leave, Villa is considering bringing in Porto's Samuel Omooroidion Agboh or Chelsea's Jackson as replacements.

Watkins is open to joining Manchester United, but he is waiting to see if the Red Devils will make an offer to Villa. Whether Manchester United is willing to pay such a high fee for a player who will turn 30 by the end of this year remains to be seen. The Red Devils will not participate in European competitions next season, making it difficult to attract the world's top forwards. For instance, Carvalho only views his mentor Amorim's team as a backup, while Osimhen demands a weekly salary of £400,000.

Watkins is approaching 30, which can be off-putting to some fans in modern football, where young talent is highly valued. However, Manchester United may need a player like him who can make an immediate impact in the Premier League, as the team cannot afford to wait any longer. If the Red Devils' performance continues to decline, more players will be reluctant to choose the Theatre of Dreams.

"Offside Insight" reports that Amorim recognizes Watkins, and Manchester United has contacted the player's agent. Sources disclose: "Amorim hopes to quickly reshape the team by bringing in players with Premier League experience. Watkins fits this profile; like Cunha and Mbeumo, he has also partnered with Mbeumo at Brentford. Amorim's goal is clear: to bring in ready-made players who can contribute immediately."

York, who joined Manchester United from Villa and won the treble, sees a lot of himself in Watkins: "I see many of my own traits in Watkins; he is both a creator and a finisher, somewhat like I was in my day. Based on last season's goals and assists, he can do it all. His work ethic is also admirable; he is a top-tier player. You can't achieve those numbers without being a high-level forward, with many goals and assists. It took him some time to reach that level, but he has now established himself. He is a player you can rely on week in and week out, consistently maintaining high performance and proving his worth. That's the hallmark of a top player."

Another former Manchester United player, Paul Parker, stated: "I am a supporter of Watkins. Many people talk about his age, but he is someone willing to give his all, a player who can turn poor performances into excellent ones and score goals. His aerial ability is also strong, making him a huge asset for Manchester United, especially since the team's strikers were so poor last season that even a blind person could do better than them."

Villa manager Emery highlighted Watkins' greatest strengths: "He can score goals and provide assists, but even when he doesn't accomplish either, he is still working hard for the team. His defensive contributions are always high, and he continually pressures opponents. His attitude and behavior set a standard for his teammates. His strength lies in his willpower; his mentality is his finest quality."