Overview

• Paulo Pezzolano, 42, becomes Watford's 18th permanent manager since 2013, replacing Tom Cleverley after a disappointing 14th-place finish in the Championship.
• Pezzolano's contract includes a one-year term with an option to extend, reflecting the club's demand for immediate results.
• Sporting director Gian Luca Nani highlighted Pezzolano’s proven ability to develop young players, aligning with Watford’s focus on youth talent.
• The Uruguayan previously managed Real Valladolid, securing promotion to La Liga in 2024 before being dismissed later that year after the team’s struggles.
• Watford, under owner Gino Pozzo, continues its high-turnover managerial strategy as it prioritizes a return to the Premier League amidst financial pressures.