Watford FC is delighted to announce the latest group of youngsters to have received their scholarships, ahead of the 2023/24 campaign.

Over the next two seasons each player will be given the chance to earn their stripes both on and off the pitch, gaining nationally recognised qualifications that will help them on their journey throughout life and football.

Under the expert guidance and tutelage of Academy Director Richard Johnson, Head of Technical Development Jimmy Gilligan and a host of other talented Academy staff and coaches, the young Hornets will develop while working towards the goal of earning a professional contract.

Following the success of previous scholars, such as Tobi Adeyemo, Jack Grieves and Ryan Andrews – who have gone on to earn pro deals and opportunities within the first-team – this new cohort will be hoping to follow in their footsteps.

See below for the full list of scholars who will be setting their sights on playing at Vicarage Road in the future.

Name: Hayden Barrett

Position: Midfielder

Date of birth: April 18, 2007

Joined: October 23, 2019

Name: Charlie Bolding

Position: Midfielder

Date of birth: September 27, 2006

Joined: July 2, 2021

Name: Amani Bowlin

Position: Winger

Date of birth: March 30, 2007

Joined: June 20, 2019

Name: Tom Georgiou

Position: Defender

Date of birth: September 7, 2006

Joined: May 30, 2019

Name: Zavier Massiah-Edwards

Position: Forward

Date of birth: January 16, 2007

Joined: November 25, 2016

Name: Sam Morris

Position: Goalkeeper

Date of birth: October 23, 2006

Joined: January 30, 2020

Name: Amin Nabizada

Position: Forward

Date of birth: June 21, 2007

Joined: November 18, 2021

Name: Kash Odiase

Position: Forward

Date of birth: April 17, 2007

Joined: January 6, 2023

Name: Leo Ramirez-Espain

Position: Midfielder

Date of birth: October 2, 2006

Joined: October 13, 2016

Name: Josh Riza

Position: Midfielder

Date of birth: November 6, 2006

Joined: September 6, 2019

Name: Joel Sala

Position: Defender

Date of birth: October 30, 2006

Joined: August 13, 2021

Name: Amar Sanghrajka

Position: Midfielder

Date of birth: October 23, 2006

Joined: September 22, 2018

Name: Kristian Shevchenko

Position: Forward

Date of birth: November 10, 2006

Joined: March 22, 2023

Name: Max Smith

Position: Forward

Date of birth: June 16, 2007

Joined: May 29, 2015

Name: Ollie Stephenson

Position: Defender

Date of birth: September 18, 2006

Joined: March 7, 2023

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