Brighton, United Kingdom, Aug 23, 2026 (AFP) - Villa boss Emery says it's down to Watkins to explain absence

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Aston Villa manager Unai Emery insisted it was Ollie Watkins's responsibility to explain his absence from a thumping 4-0 Premier League loss away to Brighton on Sunday. Villa began their 2026/27 English top-flight campaign without a recognised striker at the Amex Stadium following reports England international Watkins is pushing for a move to Al Hilal. British media reports indicate Europa League champions Villa have rejected at least four bids f......

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