Parma in talks with Watford over deal for brother of Super Eagles midfielder

Italian Serie A outfit Parma have started negotiations with Watford concerning a transfer for central midfielder Tom Dele-Bashiru, according to reports from Sky Sports reporter Anthony Joseph on X.

Tom Dele-Bashiru, elder brother of Super Eagles midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, was included in the Nigeria squad for the 2019 Fifa U20 World Cup in Poland. 

He also made his debut for the U23 squad at 20 years old against South Africa later in 2019.

The Manchester City academy graduate has expressed his desire to seek a move away following his sixth season with Watford — a decision the club is understood to be open to.

The Championship side is open to cashing in on the 25-year-old and is seeking a solution to facilitate a deal, 'but only at the right price'.

With his contract set to expire next June, Watford may be forced to accept a fee below the £8 million previously touted when Ipswich Town showed interest earlier in the window.

The Hornets losing him for free next summer if his one-year extension clause is not activated.

Dele-Bashiru made 30 appearances for Watford last season, with a midseason knee injury limiting his involvement, but notably missed only three matches when fully fit — underlining his role as a key figure in the squad.

Boluwatife Adenusi

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