As far as Watford are concerned, Pape Gueye is set to join them after his contract with Le Harve expires at the end of this month. He has signed a five-year deal at Vicarage Road.
The 21-year-old had earlier expressed his unhappiness about the move and had stressed he will not be joining the Premier League club this summer, despite signing a five-year contract.
Two days ago, Footmercato reported the major reason behind the Frenchman’s frustration is the ‘tiny salary’ offered by Nigel Pearson’s side.
According to Le Phocéen, Marseille are trying to negotiate directly with the English club to sign the player, mainly to avoid any issues [by dragging the matter to FIFA or CAS] in the future.
These claims have also been relayed by journalist Manu Lonjon, who reported André Villas-Boas’ side ‘directly contacted Watford’ to find out their plans for Gueye.
Lonjon also stressed the Ligue 1 club are willing to offer around €3m to Watford.
https://twitter.com/ManuLonjon/status/1273338895812395009
