"The commitment of Watkins is really a huge commitment to defend Aston Villa," Emery explained. "He appreciates how Aston Villa was always supporting him and helping him. Also, when we joined two years ago, how we always tried to get the best of him.

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery revealed that Ollie Watkins is "committed" to staying in the Midlands despite extensive transfer interest from Arsenal. The England international was the subject of a surprise bid from the Gunners this week.

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