Former Arsenal star Kieran Gibbs has applauded Unai Emery for the way in which he has handled the fallout from the collapse of Ollie Watkins ’ proposed transfer to the Gunners. Villa turned down a bid from Arsenal for England striker Watkins earlier this week, reported to be in the region of £60million.

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery has said Ollie Watkins is "happy to stay" at the club following Arsenal's bid for the striker.

Unai Emery has earned praise for how he's spoken about Ollie Watkins' future as Arsenal look to tempt the striker to the Emirates, only for their approaches to have been rebuffed