Latest news with #OLLIEWATKINS

The Irish Sun

Ollie Watkins heads Man Utd's two-man striker transfer shortlist as club make decision on transfer for new keeper

OLLIE WATKINS heads Manchester United's two man striker shortlist. But the Old Trafford side will not get involved in a bidding war for Advertisement 6 Ollie Watkins has been in pre-season action for Aston Villa Credit: Getty 6 Gianluigi Donnarumma's PSG future is looking in doubt Credit: Shutterstock Editorial That rules out any interest in And any move may only be feasible if United can move on With United having spent £130m to give boss Advertisement READ MORE ON MAN UTD Contact has been made with the entourages of both potential targets, with Watkins' proven Premier League experience a major plus The Before that, he was part of a successful attacking unit including Mbeumo at While Villa have dismissed all suggestions of an approach and insisted Watkins is not for sale at any price, they did offer him to Advertisement Most read in Football Latest BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK 6 6 Watkins is more of a box player than Sesko - who was also on Arsenal's summer wishlist - but has proven mobility and running power. Advertisement At this stage, United are keeping both options open in case one becomes problematic. Man Utd stars baffled after being ordered to wear new high-tech JACKET in sizzling 42C heat on pre-season tour of US The Old Trafford club, aware of Villa's public stance, recognise that negotiations may not be simple and could take until the latter days of the summer window next month. Selling Hojlund, and also commanding fees for Alejandro Garnacho and Meanwhile, United have shelved their interest in Villa keeper Advertisement A loan offer was made and rejected last week but the club's current position is that And that means no move for Donnarumma, whose contract stand-off with PSG has opened up the prospect he might be available. The Italian, with one year left on his deal with the Champions League winners, is seeking a significant mark-up in his £210,000 per week salary. But United are not willing to go there, meaning they will not rival City - who may lose Advertisement 6 6