Championship: Watford Announce Ekong Capture

Championship: Watford Announce Ekong Capture

By Sampson Adedeji

Watford have announced the signing of Nigeria's Super Eagles defender William Troost-Ekong after having a successful medical, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

The former Udinese defender flew in yesterday to complete the move to Vicarage Road where he will link up with Ben Wilmot with whom he formed a friendship during the Hornets defender's time on loan with the Italian side.

The 27 year-old has been expected at Watford since the beginning of the transfer window and a deal was finally pushed through this week.

He has previously spent time in England with both Tottenham and Fulham during his youth career and has 42 international caps.

He has signed a five-year contract and will wear squad number five.

He will joined Nigeria international duo of Isaac Success and Tom Dele-Bashiru who are already with the team.

The Hornet will be hoping for an return to the elite division after been relegated last season.