Watford midfielder Tom Dele-Bashiru has emerged as a summer transfer target for a host of European clubs, Footynaija.com reports.
Greek giants PAOK and Serie A newcomers Cremonese have joined Bologna and Parma in the chase for his signature.
According to Sky Sports UK, the 25-year-old is drawing attention from across the continent as he enters the final year of his contract at Vicarage Road. Though Watford retain the option to extend his deal by another year, they are reportedly open to a sale should any club meet their £8 million valuation.
Dele-Bashiru, who joined Watford from Manchester City in 2019, has gone on to make 79 appearances, scoring eight goals and notching four assists. Despite the swirling transfer rumours, he’s featured regularly in pre-season matches for the Hornets, including outings against Boreham Wood, AFC Wimbledon and Leyton Orient.
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The Manchester-born midfielder is the older brother of Nigeria international Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, and while he has yet to make a senior appearance for the Super Eagles, his pedigree and experience in England’s Championship have kept him on the radar of clubs seeking midfield depth.
Watford are not expected to sell to a domestic rival, making a move abroad the most likely scenario for the versatile playmaker.