26 August 2026
Al-Hilal closing in on £50m deal for Ollie Watkins, Chelsea and Sunderland linked in Thursday gossip
Al-Hilal are closing in on a £50 million deal for Ollie Watkins. BBC Sport reported the move as part of a string of transfer rumours circulating on Thursday. The report also says Chelsea have lined up Bournemouth's Alex Scott, while Sunderland have tabled a loan offer for Jack Grealish. Other reported moves are mentioned alongside those links, though details remain in the realm of transfer speculation. The developments point to active squad-building and negotiations as clubs publicly and privately pursue targets.
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Fans should expect potential squad changes as clubs pursue transfers, including a reported £50m move for Ollie Watkins.
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