Whilst Steve Bruce is likely to use the summer to begin the massive overhaul of a bloated squad, he may also use the summer to bring in youthful exuberance.

As well as bringing energy and vibrancy to the side, the signing of yet another highly-rated starlet in the summer could allow Steve Bruce to build a side with not only the short term aim of promotion back to the Premier League, but a longer term aim of developing young talent in a sustainable environment.

Within the Football League, there are very few young players more highly-rated and highly-sought after than Exeter City's 21-year-old midfielder Ollie Watkins.

Since his breakthrough season during the 2015-16 season, Ollie Watkins has shown his all-round ability as he has directly contributed to 35 goals with 14 assists and 21 goals in the space of two League Two seasons.

Having earned the prestigious EFL Young Player of the year award, Ollie Watkins could prove to be a catalyst for success if Aston Villa can prise him away from Exeter City.

With the financial means to compete with any side in the Football League, Steve Bruce could turn to Ollie Watkins to add the spark that has so often been missing from Aston Villa's side.

Aston Villa fans, would you like to see Ollie Watkins join your club? Is he the calibre of player to be a success in the Championship? What impact do you think he would have if he was to join? Let us hear your thoughts and opinions in the comment section below!