Ollie Watkins completes £51m move to Saudi side Al-Hilal
BBC Sport reports that Ollie Watkins has completed a £51m move to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal from Aston Villa. The 30-year-old striker, Villa's record Premier League scorer with 91 goals, joins on a three-year deal.
In his six years at Villa, Watkins played a crucial role in the club's rise under manager Unai Emery, helping them establish themselves as regular top-six challengers and win the Europa League.
"With that being said, I am eternally grateful for the last six years," Watkins stated on social media. "We've been through so many ups and downs, but one thing that has never changed is that I have given everything for this club."
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