Watkins' preferred destination should a club decide to meet his substantial price tag would be Arsenal. Being a lifelong supporter of the Gunners, the possibility of a transfer to his cherished team could prove exciting for Watkins and his family - who have been hopeful of an Emirates Stadium switch before.

Arsenal are interested in signing Aston Villa hitman Ollie Watkins over the closing days of the January transfer window as they attempt to end their striker frustration and could see themselves at the

Arsenal have turned their attention to Ollie Watkins as they try and secure January reinforcements for Mikel Arteta's attack. Villa have rejected a bid from the Gunners for their striker with the end of the winter transfer window looming less than a week away.