Aston Villa agree Ollie Watkins sale to Al Hilal

Aston Villa have agreed to sell striker Ollie Watkins to Saudi Pro League club Al Hilal in a deal worth approximately 52 million pounds, marking the end of the England international's six-year tenure at Villa Park. The transfer, confirmed by multiple reports on August 26, 2026, includes a guaranteed base fee of 58.4 million euros (around 51 million pounds) plus 2 million euros in performance-related add-ons. Watkins, who is 30 years old, has already agreed personal terms with Al Hilal and is scheduled to travel to Riyadh this week to complete his medical and sign a long-term contract.