Watford transfer news and rumours
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TransfersWatford consider free agent midfielders to bolster squad
Watford are assessing free agent midfielders like Joe Aribo and Abdoulaye Doucoure to strengthen their squad following the arrival of Krepin Diatta and a difficult start to the Championship season.
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TransfersWatford sign free agent Michail Antonio on one-year deal
Watford confirm Michail Antonio's arrival on a one-year deal, the club's 12th signing of the summer, ahead of facing Stoke City.
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TransfersThree Watford academy players exit club in summer window moves
Michael Adu-Poku joins Newport on loan, Kiefer Gorman moves to Brentford B permanently, and Zavier Massiah-Edwards departs Watford in a trio of end-of-window exits.
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TransfersWatford's Marc Bola Subject of QPR Summer Transfer Interest
Watford's Marc Bola was a target for QPR in the summer window but stayed at Vicarage Road, with the defender recently signing a contract extension until 2030.
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TransfersFormer Watford captain Hoedt rejoins AZ
Wesley Hoedt, Watford's 2023/24 Player of the Season, has signed for AZ Alkmaar following his exit from Saudi Arabian side Al-Shabab.
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TransfersWatford triple signing: Mavididi, Coulibaly, Boadu
Watford have added Leicester forward Stephy Mavididi and Strasbourg defender Soumaila Coulibaly on loan, plus striker Myron Boadu on a free, as they sit 14th in the Championship.
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TransfersWatford cancel Sottil signing after medical tests
Watford reverse course on Riccardo Sottil loan after medical, ending a potential move from Fiorentina for the 27-year-old Italian winger.
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TransfersMyron Boadu joins Watford on permanent deal
Watford confirm the permanent signing of 25-year-old Dutch striker Myron Boadu, a former Monaco player, to bolster their Championship attack.
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TransfersSoumaila Coulibaly joins Watford from Strasbourg
Watford complete the loan signing of Strasbourg defender Soumaila Coulibaly for the 2026/27 season, strengthening their defensive options ahead of the Championship campaign.
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TransfersWatford to sign Mavididi from Leicester
Watford have agreed a deal to sign winger Stephy Mavididi from Leicester City as a direct replacement for the departed Nestory Irankunda.
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TransfersBranimir Mlacic joins Watford on loan from Udinese
Watford complete the loan signing of young Croatian defender Branimir Mlacic from Udinese, adding depth to their Championship squad.
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TransfersWatford FC chase Lascelles and Boadu signings
Watford FC are targeting free agents Jamaal Lascelles and Myron Boadu in a late transfer push for defensive and attacking reinforcements.
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TransfersWatford sell Sanghrajka to QPR in transfer
Watford confirm the permanent transfer of 19-year-old midfielder Shaan Sanghrajka to Championship rivals Queens Park Rangers.
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TransfersWatford target Conor Coady in loan move talks
Watford are in talks to sign former Wolves captain Conor Coady on loan, with several Championship sides linked with him.
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TransfersWatford midfielder Louza completes Greek transfer
Watford confirm the permanent departure of Imrân Louza to Panathinaikos in Greece after 141 appearances for the club.
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TransfersWatford's Maamma draws Porto Bologna interest
Watford's Othmane Maamma is a target for Bologna and FC Porto, with the Hornets having previously valued the winger at €15 million.
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TransfersWatford consider loan move for Coventry City's Luke Woolfenden
Watford are working on deals for several defenders and could target Coventry City's Luke Woolfenden on loan to address an urgent shortage of centre-back options.
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TransfersWatford Ramp Up Centre-Back Pursuit Before Deadline
Watford are working to bolster their defensive options, with a focus on signing two centre-backs, including Manchester City's Stephen Mfuni, before the transfer deadline.
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TransfersWatford Transfer Miss: Stephen Mfuni Joins Coventry
Watford Transfer Miss: Stephen Mfuni Joins Coventry
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TransfersMichail Antonio's Transfer to Watford: A Potential Game-Changer
Watford is reportedly interested in signing Michail Antonio, a veteran striker with Premier League experience.
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TransfersWatford Sign Experienced Goalkeeper in Transfer Deal
Watford Sign Experienced Goalkeeper in Transfer Deal to Bolster Goalkeeping Options
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TransfersWatford Sign Bradford City Keeper Sam Walker
Watford FC is set to sign Bradford City keeper Sam Walker, with a deal reportedly close to completion.
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TransfersWatford Confirm £15.5m Sale of Young Forward Nestory Irankunda
Watford have confirmed the sale of 20-year-old forward Nestory Irankunda to Portuguese club Sporting for a maximum transfer fee of £15.5 million, while Bayern Munich could receive approximately £7 million from the deal thanks to a 40% sell-on clause.
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TransfersWatford Transfer Woes Continue as Nestory Irankunda Heads to Sporting CP
Watford Transfer Woes Continue as Nestory Irankunda Heads to Sporting CP
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TransfersWatford Should Consider Move for Celtic's Yang Hyun-jun
Watford are eyeing Celtic's Yang Hyun-jun as a potential replacement for Nestory Irankunda, who has joined Sporting CP.
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TransfersWatford in loan talks with Man City for Mfuni return
Watford are in regular discussions with Manchester City over re-signing defender Stephen Mfuni on loan, while striker Nestory Irankunda faces potential exit amid £14m Sporting Lisbon interest.
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TransfersWatford profit from Irankunda exit as Bayern cash in on sell-on clause
Watford set to earn €18m from Nestory Irankunda’s move to Sporting CP, with Bayern Munich benefiting from a 40% sell-on clause from his 2025 transfer.
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TransfersWatford’s Imran Louza draws big Ligue 1 interest
Watford midfielder Imran Louza is linked with a move to Paris FC as the Ligue 1 side intensifies its pursuit, sparking fresh transfer drama for the Hornets.
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TransfersWatford hold firm as Sporting activate Plan B on Irankunda
Watford's €20m demand for Nestory Irankunda stalls Sporting's pursuit, risking the club's biggest suitor as the Hornets stay firm on price.
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TransfersCrystal Palace eye Watford midfielder Imran Louza as clubs chase his €10m tag
Watford's Imran Louza draws Premier League and French interest, with Crystal Palace leading talks. Hornets set a €10m price amid a 16th‑place Championship finish.