Roy Hodgson Replaces Claudio Ranieri As Watford’s Manager

It has been decided that Roy Hodgson will replace Claudio Ranieri as Watford’s new head coach.

The 74-year-old will land a seven-figure bonus, on top of what is described as a ‘modest‘ salary, if he can lead the club to Premier League safety.

Watford are the 17th different club that Hodgson will have managed during his 46-year managerial career, and it also sees him reunite with the Pozzo family, having been in charge of Udinese, another club they own, for a brief spell in 2001.

Hodgson will have long-time assistant Ray Lewington by his side at Watford as they look to help the 19th-placed team in the Premier League stay up, with the Hornets currently two points from safety.