Recently, in an interview, former Villa forward Abanglaho talked about the transfer rumors between Watkins and Manchester United. Abanglaho believes that only the high transfer fee can make Watkins leave the team.
Abonlajo said: "Whether Villa will let Watkins go to Manchester United, I think it depends on how much transfer fee Villa can get, because it doesn't make sense to sell Watkins for £40 million. Who can you buy to replace him with that money? He is our only forward."
"If you sell him, who can you find a replacement? How much budget do you have to bring in a top striker? What are the options in the market?"
"You want to win the UEFA Cup next season, and Villa may be one of the favorites to win the championship. Emery has won this event several times as the head coach. Therefore, unless the transfer fee is ridiculously high, you can't sell one of the top strikers and best players of the team to Manchester United."