How Watford could line up with Ben Foster, Ken Sema and other new signings in the team
Watford endured a frustrating season last time out, finishing 14th in the league. They amassed a total of 41 points across the campaign.
The Hornets sacked manager Marco Silva in January after a string of poor performances. New manager Javi Gracia was brought in and the Spanish coach drastically reduced the damage.
The coach has been busy in the market so far, making a number of new additions to bolster the squad. The club have already signed 23-year-old Spanish winger Gerard Deulofeu and full-back Marc Navarro.
Watford have also completed deals for West Brom goalkeeper Ben Foster and Oestersunds winger Ken Sema.
Here we take a look at how the Hornets could line up next season with the new signings in the team.
Watford Probable XI
Manager: Javi Gracia
Formation: 4-3-3
Ben Foster (GK)
The Hornets’ new signing is one of the best goalkeepers in the Premier League. He is surely going to play a huge role for Watford next season.
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Marc Navarro (RB)
The right-back was signed after an impressive campaign with Espanyol last season. Watford were defensively fragile last season and the 23-year-old could help stabilise the defence a bit.
Christian Kabasele (CB)
He made 27 appearances for the Hornets last season, scoring 2 goals in the process. The defender was one of their standout players last campaign and should start this time around as well.
Sebastian Prodl (CB)
Another ever-present in the Hornets’ backline. He should start alongside Kabasele.
Jose Holebas (LB)
The Greek left-back made a total of 26 appearances last season, providing 4 assists in the process. He was a huge attacking threat down the left-hand side and Gracia should certainly go with him once again.
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Tom Cleverley (LCM)
The former Manchester United man is their creative presence in the middle of the park and will surely play a huge role next season.
Abdoulaye Doucoure (CM)
Doucoure enjoyed a splendid campaign with Watford last season. He was the Hornets’ engine in the middle of the park and displayed excellent work rate. He will be a sure starter under the new manager.
Nathaniel Chalobah (RCM)
The former Chelsea player had a decent campaign with the Hornets last season but showed tons of potential. He should be given a regular run in the squad.
Gerard Deulofeu (LW)
Deulofeu was signed on a permanent deal after a successful loan stint with the club. The player was a huge threat for the Hornets and is capable of playing in a central attacking midfield role.
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Andre Gray (ST)
The striker scored 5 goals and provided 2 assists in 16 appearances last season. He is finally hitting his prime and could unleash his full potential next season.
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Ken Sema (RW)
The new signing is a versatile winger and is capable of playing on both wings. He was impressive throughout the whole of last season and could be given a regular role in the squad.
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