Liverpool were linked to Will Hughes repeatedly while he was at Derby. Now he is starring for Watford.
Watford midfielder Will Hughes offered an impressive reminder of his talent by inspiring the Hornets to a win over West Ham.
Hughes signed for Watford from Derby County in the summer after years of being linked with a move to the Premier League.
Liverpool were first linked with Hughes in 2012 by The Telegraph, when he was just 17.
Derby held firm but rumours persisted, with The Mirror reporting in 2013 that the Reds had agreed a first option deal for the prospect.
Hughes progress was blighted by injuries, and Liverpool’s interest trailed off after Brendan Rodgers was sacked as manager in 2015.
There was barely an eyelid raised on Merseyside when Watford signed Hughes this summer, but his performance at the weekend made fans sit up and take notice.
Hughes scored one goal and provided one assist in Watford’s 2-0 win, creating five chances – in just his second ever Premier League start.
The youngster is still only 22-years-old, and could prove to be bargain for Watford at just £8 million.
Here is a look at how Liverpool fans reacted to his impressive performance…
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