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PSG target Doucoure will stay at Watford - Gracia

Watford boss Javi Gracia says he expects Abdoulaye Doucoure to remain with the club despite recent interest from Paris Saint-Germain.

In need of more depth in the centre of the pitch, PSG have been linked with the 26-year-old Doucoure, who joined Watford from Stade Rennais in 2016 for £8 million (£10.5m) and was recognized as the club's player of the year last campaign.

The midfielder, who is currently recovering from an injury, said he was "flattered' by PSG's interest, admitting that he hopes to test himself in the Champions League going forward.

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Gracia previously admitted that Doucoure could leave Watford, like Brazilian star Richarlison before him, but the coach has changed his tune as the window moves towards its close.