Sean Dyche axed from Watford?

Watford have reportedly dismissed manager Sean Dyche, with Gianfranco Zola expected to replace him.

Former West Ham United boss Zola has been linked with the position in recent weeks, with the Championship club's new owner Giampaolo Pozzo claiming that the Italian coach will take charge at Vicarage Road.

It is understood that Dyche was informed yesterday that his services would no longer be needed at the club, according to BBC Sport.

Dyche, who is a former player for the Hornets, became the club's manager last year.