Arsenal considered a move for Ollie Watkins but decided not to pursue a deal after a £40 million offer was rejected by Aston Villa.

Arsenal have made a surprise bid for striker Ollie Watkins, but Aston Villa have turned down the approach from their Premier League rivals.

Ollie Watkins has been identified as a potential replacement for Julián Álvarez at Manchester City. Aston Villa may be reluctant to let their main striker leave, but the lure of potential silverware could sway Watkins.