In the summer of 2023, the DOJ was choosing between Heylund and Watkins

Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins was on Manchester United's radar in the summer of 2023, ESPN reports.

Ollie Watkins

According to a source, Manchester United had a dilemma last offseason regarding the acquisition of a central striker. Rasmus Heylund and Olly Watkins were on the scales. The Red Devils' head coach Eric ten Hag chose the Danish forward. According to the Dutch specialist, Olli Watkins' successes had a temporary effect. However, last season, the 28-year-old striker played 53 matches in which he scored 27 goals.

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