Watford in Talks to Appoint Niels Frederiksen as Head Coach

Watford in talks to appoint Niels Frederiksen as head coach

Watford are in talks to appoint Danish coach Niels Frederiksen as their new boss, after he won back-to-back Polish titles with Lech Poznan.

Watford managerial target remains tight-lipped on move as appointment talks step up News: The72 - Football League News

Watford managerial target Niels Frederiksen has been asked about his future as speculation over the move to Vicarage Road heats up. This was reported by Danish outlet Bold. Watford are preparing for yet another summer of transition after parting company with Ed Still at the end of the 2025/26 season. Attention has now turned to finding his successor, and reports suggest the Hornets are targeting Lech Poznan boss Niels Frederiksen for the role. W…

From Denmark: Niels Frederiksen now in direct talks to manage Watford

Watford are in talks with Niels Frederiksen Watford finished 16th during 2025/26 Championship season, finishing 16 points sixth placed Hull City. The Hornets started the season with Paulo Pezzolano as manager, and Javi Gracia replaced him in October. In February, the Spaniard stepped down from his role and Watford appointed Edward Still as his successor. The English club won only three of the 15 league matches and dropped from 11th to 16th under…