Arsenal pursued striker Ollie Watkins late in the transfer window due to injuries to key players Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Jesus. Despite initial reports, the Gunners only made a bid of 40m, far below Aston Villa's firm demand of 60m. Villa's manager Unai Emery dismissed transfer rumors, asserting both club and player were uninterested. Journalist David Ornstein noted Arsenal felt that paying 60m for a 29-year-old was unwarranted, and valued Watkins significantly lower. Arsenal's struggle to secure a new striker continues to be a challenge for coach Mikel Arteta.
Arsenal declined to meet Aston Villa's demands of 60m for striker Ollie Watkins, despite the Gunners needing a forward due to injuries.
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