Official: Mazzarri to leave Watford

Watford have officially announced that former Inter and Napoli Coach Walter Mazzarri will leave at the end of the season.

The Italian took over from Quique Sánchez Flores in the summer, but despite leading the Hornets to Premier League safety, he has lost 20 of his 39 matches in charge.

Watford have officially announced that former Inter and Napoli Coach Walter Mazzarri will leave at the end of the season.

The Italian took over from Quique Sánchez Flores in the summer, but despite leading the Hornets to Premier League safety, he has lost 20 of his 39 matches in charge.

“After the Board discussed with Walter Mazzarri the club’s future goals and aspirations, it was decided he will be stepping down from his position as the club’s Head Coach after the final game of the 2016/17 season,” a statement from club chairman Scott Duxbury said.

“We thank Walter and his staff for the contribution they have made to Watford Football Club over the past year.”

Mazzarri has one final game at home to Manchester City before leaving.