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DONE DEAL! Watford sign England Under-21 star Will Hughes from Derby County

Watford have confirmed the signing of England Under-21 international Will Hughes from Championship side Derby County.

The 22-year-old midfielder has penned a five-year contract at Vicarage Road.

Hughes has been linked with a host of Premier League teams over the past few years and has now chosen to join Watford – arriving at the Hertfordshire club for an undisclosed fee.

The youngster’s experience belies his tender years – Hughes has 21 caps fr England at Under-21 level, and is currently with the Young Lions at the European U21 Championships in Poland, where they are through to the semi-finals.