Al-Hilal 
- 21 July
- 3K+ views
Nicolò Schira (@NicoSchira) on X
#AlHilal are working to sign a new striker: Saudi Club have shown interest in #AstonVilla’s striker Ollie #Watkins. #transfers #AVFC
Will Ollie Watkins leave A. Villa and join Al-Hilal?
Rumour report
(Latest update: )Despite ongoig transfertalk, the probability of Ollie Watkins transferring to Al-Hilal appears very low, with only 10% change of the deal goung trough. Here is why.
- Ollie Watkins has few opportunities to further develop within this Al-Hilal squad, considering his current level and potential and the role he can play in this squad.
- Al-Hilal has a great talent in the current squad who plays in the same position as Ollie Watkins.
- In the current Al-Hilal squad, there are too many direct competitors playing in the same position as Ollie Watkins. This reduces the chances of playing time and development.
Transfer Logic score:
Pros
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Comparable age to previously attracted players
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Comparable potential to previously attracted players
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Few better competitors for position (Aleksandar Mitrovic (Striker, SRB), Marcos Leonardo)
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Not many competitors with higher Potential (Marcos Leonardo, Aleksandar Mitrovic (Striker, SRB))
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Comparable value to previously attracted players
Cons
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Little chance of further development
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Potential star player in position on team (Aleksandar Mitrovic (Striker, SRB), Marcos Leonardo)
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Way too many better competitors for position (Aleksandar Mitrovic (Striker, SRB), Marcos Leonardo)
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Key player as direct competitor (Aleksandar Mitrovic (Striker, SRB), Marcos Leonardo)
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Better than previously attracted players
Alternatives of Al-Hilal
| Skill / pot | Player | Team |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skill / pot | Player / Team / Position |
ETV The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player. |
|
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77.2
77.4
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Patrik Schick |
 Bayer 04
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€18.2M |
|
75.7
75.7
|
Danny Welbeck |
 Brighton
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€3.8M |
Other interesting rumours
| Player | From / To | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alessandro Bastoni | 21-07-2026 | Report | |
| Amadou Onana | 01-07-2026 | Report | |
| Raphinha | 27-06-2026 | Report | |
| Ross Barkley | 04-05-2026 | Report | |
| Donyell Malen | 04-05-2026 | Report | |
| Bernardo Silva | 27-04-2026 | Report | |
| Kader Meïté | 26-01-2026 | Report | |
| Pau Torres | 19-12-2025 | Report |
Ollie Watkins
F (C)
Skill: 78.4
Pot: 78.4
Team
A. Villa
A. Villa
Contracted Until
30 Jun 28
ETV
€44.4M
The Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) is calculated by the Player Valuation Model, that calculates the accurate transfer fee for a given player.
ETV Range
€39.9M – €48.8M
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Who is Ollie Watkins?
Ollie Watkins (ENG) is a a pressing forward and currently plays for A. Villa. Ollie Watkins is 30 years old (1995/12/30) and he is 180cm tall. His preferred foot is Right. His jersey number is 11. Ollie Watkins has also been used as a shadow striker.
Ollie Watkins's current transfer value is between €39.9M and €48.8M. His last transfer was from Brentford to A. Villa in 2020. A. Villa paid Brentford €34M for Ollie Watkins.
Ollie Watkins latest transfers and transfer rumours, season statistics and career statistics are available on FootballTransfers.
