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With the Premier League season approaching, Aston Villa have made their stance unmistakable: Ollie Watkins is not for sale. Despite Manchester United’s pursuit of a proven No.9 to fit into Ruben Amorim’s rebuilding plans, Villa have categorically refused any offers for the England international, leaving United to reassess their priorities.

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00:00With the Premier League season approaching, Aston Villa have made their stance unmistakable.
00:07Oli Watkins is not for sale.
00:10Despite Manchester United's pursuit of a proven number nine to fit Ruben Amarim's rebuilding plans,
00:15Villa have categorically refused any offers for the England international, leaving United to reassess their priorities.
00:23United had open dialogue over Watkins, widely valued around £60m,
00:27and reportedly even floated a swap deal, including Marcus Rashford.
00:32Villa, however, remain resolute, as Watkins, who joined from £33m in 2023,
00:38is a key figure under Unai Emery, culminating in record-breaking goal tallies and Europa League qualification.
00:44Villa rejected interest from Arsenal earlier this year and made it clear once again he's staying.
00:51On another front, United delved into the market for goalkeeper Eliminio Martinez,
00:56only for a loan proposal to be promptly rejected.
01:00Villa, viewing the World Cup winner as too integral to let go, even temporarily, have held the firm £40m valuation.
01:08Fabrizio Romano confirmed the approach was dismissed with what insiders described as incredibility,
01:13underscoring Villa's determination to retain their vice-captain and reliable shot-stopper under contract until 2029.
01:21As Villa prepare for a high-profile pre-season tour in the United States,
01:26with fixtures against Eintracht Frankfurt and Newcastle United, one more reshuffle looms.
01:31Midfielder Boubacar Kamara is on the verge of committing his future with a long-term contract.
01:37Having joined on a free from Marseille, the French international has quickly become central to Emery's plans,
01:43and Villa are optimistic negotiations will continue before the season opener.
01:48With Premier League action kicking off at home to Newcastle on the 16th of August,
01:53Villa's summer story may be defined more by what they've retained than what they've signed,
01:59emphasising unity, stability and a clear transfer strategy.
02:03United target proven experience, Villa hang on to theirs.
02:07The summer battle between these lines have been drawn, now all eyes turn to the first whistle.
02:12The general turmoil.
02:13So, let's see if we continue.

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