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Brentford winger Ollie Watkins wanted by Crystal Palace, Bournemouth

Brentford winger Ollie Watkins is attracting Premier League interest.

The Mirror says Crystal Palace have joined Bournemouth in the race for £8million-rated star Watkins.

Brentford winger Watkins is set to make the step up to the Premier League after shining at Griffin Park.

Cherries boss Eddie Howe is a big fan of Watkins, 22, but Palace are now firmly in the running for his signature.

And Palace are prepared to offer ex-Bees favourite Sullay Kaikai as part of the deal in order to get his man.

Roy Hodgson wants to bolster his attack after losing Bakary Sako on a free while fellow wideman Andros Townsend is wanted by Newcastle.

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