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Watford have added to their squad with the capture of centre-back Darren Ward and goalkeeper Mark Tyler on one-month loan deals.

Adrian Boothroyd has described the abdominal injury picked up by Watford goalkeeper Scott Loach as "quite serious".

Reading defender Sam Sodje has joined Watford on an initial month-long loan deal and he will make his debut at Sheffield United.

Watford could be forced into the loan market after veteran keeper Mart Poom was ruled out for six months with a shoulder injury.

Jay DeMerit limped out of Watford's Carling Cup victory over West Ham United last night to add to Aidy Boothroyd's mounting problems.

Steve Coppell says Reading are happy to replay Watford after the Royals were awarded a 'phantom' goal on Saturday.

Watford duo Tamas Priskin and Lloyd Doyley are set to miss a month apiece with hamstring problems picked up against Plymouth.

Adrian Boothroyd has admitted that his Watford side is in dire need of strengthening following Tuesday's 2-1 home defeat to Plymouth.

Watford say they will appeal against the £25,000 fine handed to them by the FA following their clash at Crystal Palace.

Watford boss Aidy Boothroyd has called for an instant response after the "very average" Hornets went down 2-0 at Sheffield Wednesday.

Watford boss Aidy Boothroyd has voiced his concerns over the direction football is heading following the takeover at Manchester City.

Adrian Boothroyd has slammed reports linking several of his key Watford players with loan moves to rival Championship clubs.

Watford boss Aidy Boothroyd fears the Hornets will miss out on Ulises De La Cruz after the Ecuadorian joined Coventry City on trial.

Left-back Mat Sadler has handed Watford an injury blow after being ruled out for a month with a knee injury.

Aidy Boothroyd has admitted he received some 'half-hearted' enquiries for players on deadline day but was delighted no-one left.

Watford defender Jay DeMerit hopes improved home results can be the key to a successful season for the Hornets.

Captain Jay DeMerit believes Watford can only benefit from him being overlooked by America for their latest international games.

Aidy Boothroyd has praised midfielder John Joe O'Toole after getting himself back to full fitness and back amongst the goals.

Aidy Boothroyd says Gareth Williams is doing well in his recovery from his knee injury but is still several weeks away from a return.