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Ollie Watkins: Aston Villa striker should win player of the season, says team-mate Emi Martinez

Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez believes team-mate Ollie Watkins should win Premier League player of the season.

The striker's 19th league goal of the campaign clinched a 2-0 win at title-chasing Arsenal to boost Villa's hopes of Champions League qualification.

Watkins is just one goal behind Manchester City's Erling Haaland in the race for the golden boot.

"He should be a really, really good contender," Martinez told Sky Sports.

Watkins has led the charge for Unai Emery's side, who are now fourth with five matches left - three points clear of Tottenham, who have a game in hand.