Watford sign Krépin Diatta until the end of the season

Watford have secured the signing of free agent Krépin Diatta on a one-year deal, bringing the Senegal international defender from AS Monaco who spent five-and-a-half years at the Ligue 1 club. Diatta, who played 143 matches for Monaco, scoring eight goals and providing eight assists, has been handed the number 15 shirt and has been welcomed by the Hornets.

He expressed his excitement about joining the team and believes in Watford's potential to return to the Premier League. Diatta could make his debut for the club in their upcoming Championship match against Burnley on October 10th.

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