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'Ask him' - Emery silent on Watkins amid Al Hilal links

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery delivered a highly cryptic response when questioned about the noticeable absence of star striker Ollie Watkins during their heavy opening-weekend defeat. With the England international drawing strong transfer interest from Saudi side Al Hilal, Emery refused to clarify if the player missed the match due to physical fitness or a looming exit.

Watch Brighton & Hove Albion vs Aston Villa live: Online streams and TV channels

How to watch the Premier League match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Aston Villa, as well as kick-off time and team news.

FC Bayern München v VfB Stuttgart - DFB Cup Final 2026

Villa agree Goretzka deal

Unai Emery's side have moved quickly to bolster their midfield options by reaching a breakthrough in talks with German international Leon Goretzka. The former Bayern Munich star is now expected to undergo a medical before completing a move to Villa Park as a free agent.

Crystal Palace v Arsenal - Premier League

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
8	Al Hamriya	27	10	8	9	45	33	12	38	W W L L W
8	Fujairah	27	9	9	9	43	46	-3	36	L L D D L
10	Gulf United	28	8	4	16	40	48	-8	28	L L L W L
11	City	29	7	5	17	32	57	-25	26	L L D L L
12	AL-ITTIFAQ	27	7	3	17	36	54	-18	24	W D L D L

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