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Ollie Watkins leaves Aston Villa for Al-Hilal in reported 50m deal

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 4:46 PM

Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Ollie Watkins leaves Aston Villa for Al-Hilal in reported 50m deal

Summary

Forward Ollie Watkins has finalized a transfer from Aston Villa to Al-Hilal. The move carries a reported transfer fee of 50m. This departure marks the latest roster change for the club during a busy summer window. Earlier on Saturday, goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez also exited the team to join Chelsea. These consecutive departures leave Aston Villa managing significant changes to its first-team squad. Further details regarding the terms of both player movements are expected to emerge shortly.

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Key Details

•Ollie Watkins moves from Aston Villa to Al-Hilal
•The transfer fee is reportedly 50m
•Emiliano Martínez joined Chelsea earlier the same day
•Both transfers occur during the current summer window

Latest Updates

5:19 PMYahoo Sports — Ollie Watkins completes big money Al Hilal move ‘with a heavy heart’
4:46 PMThe Guardian Sport — Transfer roundup: Ollie Watkins completes move to Al-Hilal from Aston Villa

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England forward’s exit continues busy summer for Villa News follows Emiliano Martínez moving to Chelsea The England forward Ollie Watkins has completed a move from Aston Villa to Al-Hilal for a reported £50m. The news follows Emiliano Martínez’s switch to Chelsea earlier on Sunday. More details soon Continue reading...
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