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Watford sign striker Stefano Okaka from Anderlecht

Watford have strengthened their forward line with the signing of former Roma and Sampdoria striker Stefano Okaka from Anderlecht.

The 27-year-old, who has played for Italy four times, scoring on his debut against Albania in November 2014, notched 17 goals for Anderlecht last season.

OFFICIAL: #watfordfc have signed Stefano Okaka on a five-year deal. More: https://t.co/9jnUk3y82y pic.twitter.com/Olso2Crrnm

- Watford FC (@WatfordFC) August 29, 2016

A statement on the Vicarage Road club's website confirmed he had joined the Hornets on a five-year contract, following last week's triple swoop for Daryl Janmaat, Roberto Pereyra and Younes Kaboul.