Aston Villa sign striker Ollie Watkins from Brentford in club-record deal

Aston Villa has broken their transfer record to sign Ollie Watkins from Brentford on a five-year deal.

The striker travelled to Birmingham on Tuesday night ahead of the big-money move, which eclipses the £22m Villa spent for striker Wesley from Club Brugge last year.

Ollie Watkins: Announced. ✅

Say hello to our new striker! 🙌#WatkinsAnnounced

— Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) September 9, 2020

The 24 years old Striker who scored 26 goals in the championship last season, has been granted a five-year contract.

Ollie Watkins: Announced. ✅

Say hello to our new striker! 🙌#WatkinsAnnounced

— Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) September 9, 2020

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Head coach dean smith said:

"Ollie has developed into one of the most sought after striker in the country and we're looking forward to seeing him show his great qualities in Villa Park".

"He is a hugely determined character who has both the ability and personality to succeed at the highest level".

Watkins added:

"I am so happy to join Aston Villa and reunite with Dean smith as my head coach, I cannot wait to wear the famous claret and blue in the Premier League".

"I want to do something special here and score some goals".