Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins is ready to commit to the club for the long haul.
According to talkSPORT, the 27-year-old striker has agreed to sign a new long-term contract with the West Midlands club.
Watkins has been an important player for Aston Villa since joining them in 2020, and he has established himself as one of the league’s best strikers.
Last season, he scored 15 goals in the Premier League and helped Aston Villa qualify for the Europa Conference league.
The West Midlands club has reportedly been in talks with the striker since the end of last season, and the two parties are now expected to step up attempts to secure the agreement.
The striker is under contract with Aston Villa until the summer of 2025, and both parties are eager to reach an agreement. The development will undoubtedly benefit the club greatly.
Watkins is at the pinnacle of his career and might be a crucial player for Aston Villa in the next seasons.
He will seek to do well in European competitions with the West Midlands club, and Aston Villa will need to keep their finest players if they want to improve and compete for a spot in the Champions League next season.
Watkins has been connected with a number of teams in recent months, but his decision to pledge his future to Aston Villa will undoubtedly thrill the club’s supporters.
