05.07.2026 20:00
Fenerbahçe has been rumored to have added Ollie Watkins, who plays for Aston Villa, to their transfer agenda. It was stated that head coach İsmail Kartal also approved this transfer.
Wanting to strengthen its squad with a world-class striker ahead of the new season, Fenerbahçe has turned its transfer route to the English Premier League.
KARTAL GAVE APPROVAL, NEW TARGET WATKINS
The target for the yellow-navy team is world-renowned striker Ollie Watkins, who plays for Aston Villa. Following the management's report and with head coach İsmail Kartal approving this transfer, the management decided to initiate formal approaches for the English star.
20 MILLION EURO OFFER
Fenerbahçe management will sit down with both Aston Villa and the player's agent in the coming days. It is reported that the initial transfer fee offer planned for the English club is around 20 million euros.
MAGNIFICENT PERFORMANCE
Ollie Watkins, who has a contract with Aston Villa until 2028, contributed 21 goals and 5 assists in 55 official matches last season. The English striker has produced a notable performance in his Aston Villa career, scoring 108 goals and providing 47 assists in 278 matches.