Sports · 25 August 2026

Arsenal pushing for Julian Alvarez as Aston Villa's Watkins considers Saudi move

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Arsenal is trying to sign Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid, with the player reportedly open to the move despite earlier favouring Barcelona. Liverpool's efforts for a new winger are proving difficult, as Brighton rejected two bids for Yankuba Minteh, valued at £70m. Meanwhile, Ollie Watkins is expected to leave Aston Villa for Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal.

By BriefTea Editorial · 25 August 2026 at 9:40

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