However, Manchester United is hesitant to pay a high price for Watkins. He will be 30 years old in December, and the club is not willing to overpay.
The two teams have a significant difference in their asking prices. Manchester United is willing to pay £40-45 million for Watkins, but Aston Villa is insisting on £60 million. Aston Villa had previously quoted Arsenal £80 million for Watkins in January.
There is a possible swap deal involving Alejandro Garnacho, but it is not certain if he will agree to be part of the move. Garnacho and his camp believe he deserves to play for a Champions League team if he leaves Manchester United this summer.
