EXCLUSIVE: Watkins keen on cut-price United move
Ollie Watkins is ready to step into the void if Man Utd are unable to lure Benjamin Sesko to the club.
Newcastle have launched a £78m bid to try to beat United to the Slovenia international, with RB Leipzig now keen to do business with the Toon.
And there is growing scepticism in Germany that PSR-stricken Man Utd will come in with an offer to compete with Eddie Howe’s side, who have the advantage of being able to attract a nine-figure fee for Alexander Isak.
SunSport understands that following interest from Arsenal in January, Watkins feels the time is right to leave Villa Park.
And his wishes may overlap with Aston Villa’s, who also face a battle to keep their summer spending within PSR limits.
Why United should SCRAP Benjamin Sesko transfer
Man Utd chiefs are “working around the clock” to give Ruben Amorim the tools he needs to fix the club.
But as Amorim and Co landed back home on Monday after their promising US tour ended with a reality check in the Big Peach, one pressing thought dominated.
Should United chief executive Omar Berrada be prioritising a new No.9 and looking to spend £70million-plus on Benjamin Sesko?
Botofogo agree deal for Neto
Brazilian side Botofogo have agreed to sign goalkeeper Neto from Bournemouth.
The move will not involve a fee. Neto, who spent last season on loan at Arsenal, will sign a two-year deal.
Al-Nassr make Greenwood enquiry
Saudi Pro League Side Al-Nassr recently made an enquiry about Marseille striker Mason Greenwood, according to transfer journalist Ben Jacobs.
The French side are not willing to sell as things stand. It is currently unclear if Al-Nassr will persist with their interest.
Man Utd have a 50 per cent sell-on clause for any deal.
