England international Ollie Watkins' wife has left Saudi Arabia with their children amid ongoing conflict in the region, according to reports. The Aston Villa striker moved to the Saudi Pro League with his family this summer.
The departure comes as tensions persist in the Middle East, prompting safety concerns for expatriate families. Ellie Watkins, who shares updates on social media under the handle ellievwatkins, was documented as having relocated with the couple's children.
Watkins completed his transfer to a Saudi club during the summer window, joining a wave of high-profile players moving to the league. The family's sudden exit highlights the challenges faced by footballers and their loved ones when relocating to regions with geopolitical instability.
