Arsenal interested in Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins

Arsenal are interested in signing Ollie Watkins from Aston Villa in the summer transfer window, according to Fichajes. The report has claimed that the Gunners are looking to secure the services of the England international striker at the end of the season.

Watkins is having a wonderful season for Villa at the moment and has looked a revitalised figure under manager Unai Emery. The 27-year-old striker has made 32 starts and one substitute appearance in the Premier League for the Villans this season, scoring 14 goals and providing six assists in the process.

Villa are seventh in the Premier League table at the moment with 54 points from 34 matches. Meanwhile, Arsenal currently find themselves at the top of the standings with 78 points from 34 matches, two points clear of second-placed and defending champions Manchester City, who have played 32 games.