According to reports in Italy, Bologna are increasing their interest in Kilmarnock's David Watson. The reports state that Bologna scouts have already watched the 21-year-old midfielder and are preparing to make an offer at the end of the season. It is also reported that Bologna have targeted David Watson as they plan to sign some of Europe's best young talent for next season's campaign.

Tuttomercato reports that Bologna are interested in acquiring David Watson from Kilmarnock. The club is targeting the midfielder, born in 2005, who has a contract expiring in June.

David Watson's contract at Kilmarnock expires at the end of this season, and he will be a free agent in the summer. The Italian outlet Il Resto del Carlino reports that Bologna has been making private inquiries to explore the possibility of bringing Watson to Serie A. The report adds that both Celtic and Rangers are competing for the Scotsman.

Amid uncertainty surrounding the future of Remo Freuler, Bologna are focusing on their midfield and are interested in David Watson. The 21-year-old Scottish midfielder from Kilmarnock is viewed as a modern midfielder who combines a high work rate with offensive runs, a capability demonstrated by his statistics in recent seasons. In the 2025/2026 Scottish Premiership, he has made 28 appearances, scoring 3 goals and providing 1 assist. The Scotland U21 international, for whom he has 13 caps and 1 goal, has a contract that expires in May 2026 and a current Transfermarkt market value of €1.80m. Other clubs, including Celtic, Rangers, and Lazio, have also been linked with the player.