"Ollie Watkins is undoubtedly still the main man in attack for Unai Emery's side, but having now entered his 30s, as a forward whose pace is a key feature of his game, it is sensible for Villa to begin planning ahead. With only Donyell Malen currently able to deputise for Watkins in the no.9 role, it is an area that needs addressing at Villa Park."
"At 25 years old, Torres still has his best years ahead of him, but cash-strapped Barca could use the financial injections, and it is doubtful whether they see their current no.7 as the answer to Lewandowski's eventual departure. Having signed for the Catalan club from Manchester City, for whom he made 43 appearances in total, he would also arrive at Villa with Premier League experience already banked, likely making the transition back to"
Aston Villa are preparing a long-term attacking replacement as Ollie Watkins nears his thirties. With Donyell Malen the only current deputy in the no.9 role, the squad lacks depth up front. Villa’s recent signings of Moussa Diaby and Amadou Onana totalled about 52.1m, but the club have offered 60m to Barcelona for Ferran Torres, which would become their record fee. Torres, 25, can play centrally or wide and has 14 goals and one assist this season despite competition from Robert Lewandowski. Barcelona’s financial constraints and Torres’s prior Premier League experience could facilitate a move.
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