Villa remain resolute in their determination to keep Ollie Watkins at the club despite reported interest from elsewhere this transfer window.
The Birmingham club have made clear that the England striker is not for sale, with the forward considered central to their plans going forward.
Watkins enjoyed another strong season for Villa, cementing his status as one of the most reliable strikers in the Premier League over recent years.
His performances have attracted attention from clubs looking to strengthen their attacking options, but Villa’s hierarchy are understood to have no interest in entertaining offers.
The club’s firm stance reflects a broader ambition to retain their best players and continue building on the progress made under their current setup at Villa Park.
Meanwhile, the club appear to be making progress in the transfer market themselves, with Aaron Wan-Bissaka understood to be closing in on a move to the club.
The versatile full-back has experience in the Premier League and would add depth and competition to Villa’s defensive options heading into the new campaign.
Wan-Bissaka has proven himself capable at the highest level and his potential arrival would be seen as a smart piece of business by the Villa recruitment team.
Villa supporters will be encouraged by the club’s dual commitment to protecting key assets while also investing in quality reinforcements for the squad.
The combination of holding onto Watkins and potentially adding Wan-Bissaka signals a clear intent from the club’s ownership to remain competitive at the top end of the Premier League table.
Fans will be hoping further transfer activity follows as the window progresses, with the club pushing to strengthen across multiple positions before the deadline.
