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Watford 'are in talks with Forest Green Rovers boss Rob Edwards' to replace retiring Roy Hodgson... as they seek a young homegrown coach to lead them in the Championship next season

Daily Mail | May 11, 2022

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Watford are reportedly in advanced talks with Forest Green Rovers manager Rob Edwards to replace the retiring Roy Hodgson next season.

The 39-year-old is a surprise name on the shortlist, having guided the Rovers to a League Two title last week, to take over the Hornets head coach role.

Watford were relegated to the Championship following a 1-0 defeat to Crystal Palace last week and have since made it a priority to recruit a young homegrown manager.

The 39-year-old guided the Rovers to the League Two title and could replace Roy Hodgson

It is reported that discussions with Edwards have taken place after talks with QPR coach John Eustace previously, according to The Athletic.

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