Watford boss Marco Silva undecided on whether Miguel Britos will be allowed to play after he serves ban for horror tackle on Anthony Knockaert

  • Watford's Miguel Britos was sent off in the 0-0 draw with Brighton last time out
  • Britos was banned for three games for a horror challenge on Anthony Knockaert
  • Watford manager Marco Silva said that Britos was 'very upset with his action' 

Watford manager Marco Silva is delaying his decision whether to allow Miguel Britos back following his three-match ban for his horror lunge on Brighton’s Anthony Knockaert.

Britos was sent off in the first half of Watford’s 0-0 draw at Vicarage Road last month and is now serving his suspension.

‘It’s impossible to be happy with that sending off,’ Silva said. ‘I’ve spoken with him.

Marco Silva said it was 'impossible to be happy' with Miguel Britos' red card against Brighton

Marco Silva said it was 'impossible to be happy' with Miguel Britos' red card against Brighton

‘He knows what is in my mind. He's very upset with his action. It's clear to him my opinion. Everything we do with our players will stay inside our club.’


Asked if he will be available again after his ban, Silva added: ‘He’s our player and if he stays here, I will make my decision whether he plays.

‘If we continue with Britos after these three games will be my decision.’

Watford travel to St Mary's to face Southampton on Saturday. The Hornets have began the Premier League campaign undefeated - with one win and two draws.

Britos was sent off for a horror tackle on Brighton's Anthony Knockaert during the 0-0 draw

Britos was sent off for a horror tackle on Brighton's Anthony Knockaert during the 0-0 draw

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