Report: Sottil dropped by Watford, El Shaarawy close to Genoa move
According to Italian media reports, Riccardo Sottil's time at Watford appears to be coming to an end after the club decided to drop him. Meanwhile, Stephan El Shaarawy is reportedly on the verge of joining Genoa. The double development signals significant movement in Italian transfer activity, with El Shaarawy potentially returning to Serie A after stints abroad and in China. Sottil, who had been on loan or signed with Watford, looks set to be released or moved on as the English club reshapes its squad.
Read the full story at football-italia.netEl Shaarawy moving to Genoa would represent a notable homecoming for a player who broke through at Milan and has since had spells at Monaco, Shanghai, and Roma. Genoa are rebuilding under their new ownership and adding a player of El Shaarawy's experience could provide creativity and goal threat. Sottil's departure from Watford, meanwhile, is a reminder of the difficult pathway Italian wingers often face in adapting to the physical demands of the English game.
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