A late pivot to focus on the forward line led to an opportunistic attempt to sign Ollie Watkins and discussions over Alvaro Morata

Arsenal remain interested in finalising a deal for Aston Villa forward Ollie Watkins before the end of Transfer Deadline Day. The Gunners lodged an enquiry to sign Watkins last week, but their initial offer of €48 million (£40m) was immediately rebuffed by Unai Emery’s side.

Arsenal transfer news with the latest on Ollie Watkins' proposed move from Aston Villa to the Emirates Stadium

However, it sounds as though the Watkins trail has gone cold, and according to John Townley, speaking on the Claret and Blue Podcast, the Aston Villa star won’t be going anywhere on deadline day. Townley shared what he knows about Watkins amid murmurs that he could still be on the move.

Unai Emery has confirmed Ollie Watkins has told him he is happy to stay at Aston Villa despite interest from Arsenal with a few days of the winter window remaining.

Arsenal have had an approach for Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins turned down as they try to bring in a new forward before Monday’s transfer deadline.

A Transfer Battle BrewingArsenal have made a bold move for Aston Villa’s star striker Ollie Watkins as Mikel Arteta seeks to strengthen his attacking force

Arsenal transfer news as Ollie Watkins debut and Carabao Cup availability explained with deadline day move still possible

Arsenal may be forced to consider alternative targets, as the "ship might have sailed" on a deal for Aston Villa star Ollie Watkins, Sky Sports reporter Michael Bridge has revealed to GIVEMESPORT. The Gunners launched a surprise £60 million attempt to land the 29-year-old last week,