Watford announce Tom Cleverley departure | OneFootball

Watford have confirmed the departure of head coach Tom Cleverley following the end of the Championship season.

The Hornets ended the 2024/25 campaign in 14th place with just five wins since the turn of the year.

And with the Vicarage Road side hoping for a play-off berth, the former Manchester United midfielder has been given his marching orders after just over a year in charge.

"We thank Tom for his service – not just in his role as Head Coach but for everything he has given Watford as a player and member of staff," Sporting Director Gian Luca Nani said.

“But the time has come for a change and to build on what we believe is a young and talented squad that will have benefitted from the experience of the Championship this season.

“It has been a privilege to work closely with Tom; to understand how he sees the game and his enthusiasm for everything here. He deserves to be recognised for this and I’m sure he will have a bright future in the game.

“Tom will always be part of Watford in recognition of all that he has achieved over so many years.”

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