Yaser Asprilla update will help propel Watford FC to promotion territory: View | OneFootball

Yaser Asprilla has the world at his feet. The 20-year-old midfielder has been a bright spark in an otherwise dull Watford season and has attracted transfer interest from some of the world’s most prestigious clubs.

From Milan to Madrid, the Colombian is hot property, but his future remains in the hands of his parent side, who currently hold all the aces.

The Hornets are set to decide the future of one of football’s rising stars, but whether they will try to hold onto their most exciting talent or dictate their transfer demands to the European giants queuing up at Vicarage Road remains to be seen.

With the Hertfordshire outfit in an advantageous position after locking the talent into a long-term contract set to expire in 2026, it is time for Watford to sit back, relax, and take stock as a bidding war looks set to commence for the club’s prize asset.

Watford holding firm on Asprilla stance

For the moment, though, despite the rising speculation, Watford are holding firm on their transfer stance; the club have no intention of selling their key man.

The Hornets have consistently played the question on everyone’s lips with a dead bat. In the face of the world’s wealthiest clubs, this tactic could be the most effective way to attract a mammoth offer.

This summer, the international midfielder could feature for 'La Tricolour' in his nation's upcoming Copa America campaign. Asprilla should arrive in the USA buoyant off the back of a stellar season in the second tier.

In a sub-par side, the youngster has notched an impressive six goals and seven assists in 44 appearances for Watford.

While Inter Milan, Real Madrid and Barcelona are all reportedly in the race for player's signing, it would be no major surprise if the Hornets rejected their advances.

Although these football giants could look to call the Championship club’s bluff and test the waters with an enticing bid, Watford could be reluctant to sell their key man as Asprilla could play a leading role in the team’s promotion effort next campaign.

Hornets must hold firm until after the Copa America

Colombia are on the rise. Under the guidance of their Argentinian manager, Nestor Lorenzo, ‘Los Cafeteros’ have taken the scalps of Brazil and Spain in recent matches and look likely to enjoy a successful Copa America.

Of course, if one of Europe’s most famous teams fields an offer that cannot be refused, Watford should cash in on their chief talent. But if the Hornets find themselves in a stand-off, deliberating whether to accept a bid or hold onto the player, they should wait to see how the international tournament develops.

While Asprilla is unlikely to feature as a starter in his nation's opening games, the attacking midfielder has, in the past, made a goalscoring impact off the bench and has regularly been deployed as a super-sub.

If the lively midfielder can impress on the global stage, the level of interest and the subsequent transfer value attached to the player could go through the roof and inflate even further.

As a result, even if Watford’s reluctance to sell is merely a ploy to drum up an increased bid, the Hornets should hold back and hope their star explodes onto the international stage.

Asprilla could be key to Watford's success

If Watford elect to keep Asprilla and fend off significant transfer interest this summer, he will be at the front and centre of the club’s promotion effort next season.

Keeping the South American at Vicarage Road would represent a statement of intent. The midfielder possesses a level of star power that could propel Watford from mid-table mediocrity to promotion contention.

In the past, many lower-league teams have squandered the funds generated by big-money sales. As a result, Watford supporters will hope that the club holds on to their key man for stability next term.

With Tom Cleverley at the helm, Watford appear to be building for the long run. Asprilla’s prospective sale could prove to be a setback that could affect the club next season and stunt the team’s improvement.

Thankfully, the Hornets are taking a considered approach. By either selling Asprilla for the highest possible fee or keeping their star man to boost the Watford project, the club will decide on the most favourable option going forward this summer: the one most likely to lead to next season's success.