Watford stick with Dionisi despite Iordanescu rumours and poor run

Alessio Dionisi, the 46‑year‑old Italian, was appointed Watford boss in June on a two‑year contract.

He becomes the club’s 12th permanent head coach since the end of the 2020‑21 season.

So far he has overseen 17 games in all competitions, losing nine and winning four.

Form and speculation ahead of November

Watford collected four points from their final two Championship matches before the international break.

Despite rumours linking the club with former Romania manager Edward Iordanescu, the BBC understands no change is expected before the match at Sheffield United on 21 November.

Iordanescu managed Romania from 2022 to 2024.

Owner Gino Pozzo is currently on trial in Spain over alleged tax offences linked to Granada, a club he previously was associated with.

Pozzo denies the allegations, which relate to player trading at Granada.

The club’s turbulent period was highlighted by former owner Elton John’s frustration after a 4‑0 home defeat by Burnley last month.

With just under a third of the Championship season completed, Watford sit 20th, five points clear of the relegation zone.

Dionisi is expected to remain in charge despite having lost more than half of his games.