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Hornets defender Hoedt makes Saudi switch

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Watford Player of the Year Wes Hoedt has left the club to join Saudi Pro League outfit Al-Shabab.

The 30-year-old - who has won six caps for the Netherlands - joined the Hornets from Belgian side Anderlecht in January 2023.

Hoedt made himself a fans favourite with a goal on his debut against Blackburn and went on to play 15 times in 2022-23 and then every minute of 48 games last season, wearing the captain’s armband on 32 occasions.

He missed only two games in all competitions due to suspension and was named player of the season in addition to winning the club’s goal of the season award for a long-range strike against Hull.