Aston Villa coach sparks speculation over Watkins absence amid Al-Hilal interest
Ollie Watkins’ absence from Aston Villa’s squad against Brighton has fueled speculation, as reports link the striker with a move to Saudi club Al-Hilal.
Aston Villa's Spanish coach Unai Emery has sparked speculation regarding striker Ollie Watkins' absence from the team's squad for their recent match against Brighton. Reports suggest Al-Hilal, a Saudi Arabian club, is showing interest in the English player.
Emery's silence on the matter has only fueled further speculation. When confronted by reporters about the reason behind Watkins' absence from the lineup, the coach remained tight-lipped, only responding with a single word: "Silence."
Emery further clarified that he could neither confirm nor deny whether Watkins' absence was due to fitness concerns or potential transfer negotiations. However, the coach did express his admiration for the players who did feature in the match, praising their commitment to the team.
Despite suffering a significant 4-0 defeat to Brighton, Emery emphasized that the players' performance demonstrated the right path forward. He noted that while the team lost the match, following the right path remained essential.
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