Nigerian midfielder Tom Dele-Bashiru has secured his future with Watford FC by signing a new two-year contract, with an option for an additional 12 months, as per the club’s official website.
The 24-year-old central midfielder, who occasionally filled in at right-back last season, has been a key player for the Hornets since joining from Manchester City in 2019. According to Transfermarkt his current matrket value is estimated at €1,2 million.
Dele-Bashiru made 38 appearances and scored three goals in the 2023-24 campaign, demonstrating his versatility and importance to the squad. Despite an ACL injury in the 2020/21 season and a subsequent loan to Reading where he regained fitness and form, Dele-Bashiru has bounced back to become a vital part of Watford’s team.
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Highlighting his impact, he scored just 33 seconds into the opening match of the Sky Bet Championship season against QPR and continued to deliver crucial goals, including a stoppage-time winner in the FA Cup against Chesterfield and a penalty in a 1-1 draw with Bristol City.
Born in Manchester, Dele-Bashiru has represented both England and Nigeria at youth levels, scoring for Nigeria’s Super Eagles in the Under-20 World Cup. With 49 appearances for Watford under his belt, he is poised to reach his 50th milestone in the upcoming season.
Dele-Bashiru’s new contract reflects Watford’s confidence in his abilities and their commitment to his continued development as a central figure in their squad.
