Deeney and Ighalo staying at Watford — for now

Watford manager Quique Sanchez Flores insists it is “completely impossible” that Troy Deeney or Odion Ighalo will be sold during the current transfer window — but could offer no assurances beyond the end of the season.

Captain Deeney has been linked with a move to Arsenal in recent days but has distanced himself from the rumours while the club’s leading goalscorer Ighalo has stated it is his “dream” to one day play for Manchester United.

Both have been in fine form for the Hornets this season as Flores has guided the promoted side to ninth in the Premier League table.