Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Widely reportedFootball ItaliaUnverified source· 1 Sept 2026
Watford pull out of Sottil deal after medical
Sottil passed medical tests in London, but Watford changed their mind at the last minute.
R. Sottil
player
Player
Riccardo Sottil
Position
Winger
Current club
Fiorentina
Linked club
Watford
What happened. Watford decided not to sign Riccardo Sottil on loan from Fiorentina despite the player having already undergone medical tests in England.
- Sottil flew to London and completed medicals before Watford pulled out.
- The deal was a loan with an option to buy.
- Genoa are close to signing free agent Stephan El Shaarawy.
Sottil may seek other markets or terminate his contract, while El Shaarawy could return to Genoa.
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