Arteta would love Premier League star at Arsenal but transfer likely to cost over £70m

Arsenal admire Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins, but acquiring him seems too costly.

Watkins impressed in Villa’s recent victory against Arsenal, adding to the challenge for the Gunners. While Arteta favors Watkins, his age and potential price tag exceeding £70 million pose concerns.

Some Arsenal supporters might consider the investment worth it to address squad needs, but there’s also interest in younger forwards like Alexander Isak, albeit at a high cost from Newcastle United.

Paying up for Villa’s star man, Ollie Watkins, could address Arsenal’s striker needs, but the high cost raises questions about the value for money.

While Watkins isn’t the youngest option, the scarcity of top strikers in the market might justify Arsenal paying whatever it takes to bolster their squad with both goals and experience.

With their promising title-chasing campaign slipping away in the final games, adding seasoned talent could be crucial for the youthful side.

Arsenal indeed face goal-scoring challenges, relying on wingers like Bukayo Saka and midfielders like Martin Odegaard and Declan Rice to compensate for the lack of output from front players like Gabriel Jesus and Eddie Nketiah in recent years.

The report highlights a similar dilemma with Brentford’s Ivan Toney, who, while a quality player with Premier League experience, might be a more affordable option due to his contract situation. However, Watkins appears to be the superior and more well-rounded player despite potentially being more expensive.