Watford: July 2008 - news archive

Watford boss Aidy Boothroyd is close to offering trial defender Ulises De La Cruz a deal to stay at Vicarage Road.

Forgotten man Gareth Williams is hoping his injury hell is finally over after making his long-awaited return for Watford.

Watford have taken Ecuador international Ulises de la Cruz on trial and are also eyeing a deal for Dunfermline's Souleymane Bamba.

Watford are set to press ahead with a deal for Dunfermline's Soulaymane Bamba despite knowing they will lose him for up to a month.

Darius Henderson had to be sold to Sheffield United in order to cut the wage bill at Watford, according to chairman Graham Simpson.

Sheffield United boss Kevin Blackwell was delighted to land his top target Darius Henderson from Watford for £2million.

Watford striker Darius Henderson remains in talks over a £2.25m move to Championship rivals Sheffield United.

Sheffield United are reportedly set to bid for Watford striker Darius Henderson after selling Rob Hulse to Derby.

Free agent Jon Harley has joined Watford on a two-year deal after snubbing the chance to stay at Burnley.

Rangers have rejected a last-minute offer from Watford's Danny Shittu to resurrect a deal to join the Scottish giants.

Richard Lee says he can accept last season's promotion failure if it ultimately aids Watford's top-flight bid this term.

Watford defender Danny Shittu has insisted he is only interested in a move to Rangers and is optimistic "a deal can be done".

Watford boss Aidy Boothroyd insists he is fully committed to the club despite uncertainty over the identity of potential new owners.

Rangers boss Walter Smith has pulled out of a £1.5m deal to sign Watford defender Danny Shittu after failing to agree personal terms.

Rangers boss Walter Smith is close to finalising a £1.5 million deal for Watford defender Danny Shittu.

Watford have agreed to let Rangers talk to Dan Shittu after accepting their increased £1.5million bid, according to reports.

Rangers have reportedly followed up their enquiry about Watford defender Dan Shittu with a £1.2million offer for the player.

Toumani Diagouraga has left Watford to join Hereford United on a permanent three-year contract.

Watford chairman Graham Simpson has warned Celtic that star defender Danny Shittu is not for sale.

Watford chairman Graham Simpson has called for patience from fans as the Hornets try to rebuild their squad on a budget this summer.

Watford are up for sale after chairman Graham Simpson announced he is looking to stand down from his position.

Watford manager Adrian Boothroyd is closing in on a deal to sign free agent defender Ian Harte, according to reports.

John Eustace says it is crucial Watford get off to a winning start if they are to banish the bad memories of last season.