Ollie Watkins

[Beard82]

Also, I know who I prefer now. I was pretty relaxed over the Duran bid, whilst I categorically don't want this to happen.

Same. The thought of big money for Duran, I’m ok with. The thought of selling Watkins bothers me.

Yeah - thats very true.  And also makes you realise why the offer is so shite.  He is as close to guarenteed PL goals we have ever had. 

[Rudy Can't Fail]

I'd cry if Watkins left. I could not take it.

That's decided it for me.. seller the fucker!

[brontebilly]

In other circumstances we might consider it, prior to Duran's red card at Newcastle for example.

[Olneythelonely]

I was just preparing myself for a shared Chinese meal

Have a succulent Chinese meal sandwich

[Tayls_7]

I don't need this because I only just started my wonton soup and I don't feel like eating more than one vegetable spring roll after this confusing goings on

I really just wanted to enjoy this evening everything was going so well

Hot date Footy?

Confucius says you should try and battle through.

One of the set meal options or did you freestyle?

[pauliewalnuts]

I was just preparing myself for a shared Chinese meal

Have a succulent Chinese meal sandwich

"Yeah, order for collection, I'll have a number 666 please".

[Monty]

It's the lunar new year you philistines.

[Mister E]

Romano confirms that we have rejected a 60m bid from Arsenal for Ollie Watkins

We should put in a bid for Saliba or Gabriel. £45m with add-ons maxing to £50m.

[dorsetvillian]

Didn't they do the same for Dougie in January window. They can seriously do one...

[PeterWithe]

I was just preparing myself for a shared Chinese meal before the game when I received this news.  Villa don't need this. I don't need this because I only just started my wonton soup and I don't feel like eating more than one vegetable spring roll after this confusing goings on

ChatMSG.

[PaulWinch again]

There is no way he’s going.

[taylorsworkrate]

I'd cry if Watkins left.

It would be sad but come on Footy.... It would be nowhere near as heartbreaking as when Jordan Ponticelli left Halesowen Town this season  :'(

[ChicagoLion]

The least surprising and obvious transfer move ever.

[PaulWinch again]

The least surprising and obvious transfer move ever.

Well it would be for us.

[Stu]

I was just preparing myself for a shared Chinese meal before the game when I received this news. I'd cry if Watkins left. I could not take it. I'm genuinely shocked by this news, but I've begun to suspect that this leak and gossip isn't as simple as it appears.

There must be some big financial concerns at our club right now. Why are we potentially selling both strikers right now? All this smoke, all this fire.

Is this maybe Duran and his people planned this to unsettle Watkins or Is this maybe Watkins the ever consumate pro who now may have had enough of Duran ?

Or is this a rumour of a bid leaked because of something that has happened behind the scenes for Duran transfer and to get the Duran deal to come along and get done. To do so a fabrication of Watkins leaving has come out to entice Al Nassr ?

So what's going on
Villa don't need this. I don't need this because I only just started my wonton soup and I don't feel like eating more than one vegetable spring roll after this confusing goings on

I really just wanted to enjoy this evening everything was going so well

I totally get how you feel – it’s such a rollercoaster of emotions when news like this breaks, especially when you're just trying to enjoy a meal or relax. It’s hard not to get caught up in the rumors and the unknowns.

I’m with you on Watkins – he’s been such an important part of the team, and the thought of him leaving is tough to swallow. There definitely seems to be a lot of smoke around both the Watkins and Duran situations, and it’s hard to know what’s true with all the speculation flying around. It’s understandable to wonder if there’s some behind-the-scenes maneuvering going on, especially when financials and transfer deals get involved.

As frustrating as this all is, I think we have to remember how quickly things can change in football, and that a lot of these stories might not be the full picture. Maybe this is all just part of the bigger picture, and we’ll get some clarity soon. Hang in there – I’m sure Villa will find a way through all of this, and hopefully, you’ll still get to enjoy your wonton soup without too much more drama!

Stay positive, and let's hope everything works out for the best!