Transfer news: Watkins to Arsenal boost; Man Utd eye Spurs hijack

Arsenal look to have received a major boost over Ollie Watkins as they push for a massive striker deal before Monday’s transfer deadline. The Gunners have seen an opening bid snubbed by Aston Villa, but the England international is now said to be open to joining his boyhood club. Arsenal should learn soon if they have won the race for Sverre Nypan amid links to Mateo Retegui, but could miss out on Matheus Cunha to Villa as they prepare to sell Jhon Duran.Tottenham are rumoured to have agreed a £50million deal for Mathys Tel, though Manchester United are still hoping to hijack those talks. Patrick Dorgu should complete his move to Old Trafford this weekend, while they could yet sell Alejandro Garnacho to Chelsea, who have their eye on Gregor Kobel amid a reported enquiry for Brighton duo Carlos Baleba and Georginio Rutter.