Watford boss Walter Mazzarri has told Odion Ighalo to accept his decision to drop him from his starting lineup and be ready for the next time he is called upon.
The Nigeria international became a sought-after commodity after bagging 17 goals for the Hornets last season but he has managed just two so far in the current campaign.
Ighalo struck against Premier League rivals West Ham in September having opened his account for the season in the EFL Cup win over Gillingham.
But he has struggled in front of goal since then and lost his place as Mazzarri altered his formation for last weekend's victory over reigning champions Leicester.