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Al-Hilal seeks to sign Ollie Watkins and Gabriel Martinelli

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 2:40 PM

Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Al-Hilal seeks to sign Ollie Watkins and Gabriel Martinelli

Summary

Al-Hilal is pursuing a double transfer for Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins and Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli. With the transfer deadline approaching, both players have been left out of their respective teams' opening Premier League fixtures. Arsenal is reportedly open to selling Martinelli, who has less than a year left on his contract, while Aston Villa is assessing Watkins' potential replacements after his exclusion from the squad. The Saudi Pro League side aims to bolster its attack following Darwin Nunez's departure.

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By the Numbers

•Al-Hilal targets Ollie Watkins and Gabriel Martinelli for transfers.
•Watkins was absent from Aston Villa's squad for the season opener.
•Martinelli missed Arsenal's opening match, with a £60m asking price.
•Al-Hilal allowed Darwin Nunez to leave for Al-Diriyah.
•Transfer deadline is approaching for potential deals.

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What they're saying

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Al-Hilal are working on a double deal to sign Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins and Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli.The Saudi Pro League side have made the Premier League pair their top priorities b...
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