Throughout 2023 and 2024, Watkins was frequently described by media sources as one of the best centre-forwards in Europe and the world. Watkins has described himself as "a number 10", and in 2017 named Thierry Henry as his idol, saying "I try to base my game on his, by driving at defenders and looking to make something happen when I get the ball". He is also capable of playing as a winger, and was adapted into a more traditional centre-forward at Brentford during the 2019–20 season. Under Unai Emery at Aston Villa, Watkins began to play as a number 9, not only scoring but setting up goals for teammates. He has been described as a complete forward and received praise for his attacking runs, speed, work ethic, finishing and versatility.

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