Can Watkins play vs Newcastle for Arsenal? Rules explained amid transfer planArsenal’s transfer deadline day focuses on Ollie Watkins and Mathys Tel. Watkins, 29, is a proven Premier League scorer, while Tel, 19, is a highly-rated French prospect. Both players offer benefits and drawbacks, with availability being crucial due to Arsenal’s injury crisis. Watkins’ cup eligibility is a boost for Arsenal’s Carabao Cup hopes, but signing him remains a challenge.