Championship club Watford is impressed by Lucas Herrington’s performances and is monitoring the situation regarding the 18-year-old Australian defender, for whom there is extensive competition. Burnley, another Championship side, is also interested in the Colorado Rapids player. Herrington gained widespread attention following the World Cup. The competition for Herrington is significant, and Barcelona is also seeking to sign him. Several Premier League clubs, including Liverpool, Manchester United, Everton, Aston Villa, and Newcastle United, have indicated their interest. Other European teams such as Bayern Munich, Monaco, and Ajax are also monitoring him. According to sources, intermediaries for Herrington are in discussions with several clubs. His current team, Colorado Rapids, is willing to sell him for a suitable offer and would consider an arrangement that includes Herrington returning to the MLS club on loan for an additional year. The centre-back has 6 caps for Australia. He joined the club in January 2026 and his contract is valid until the end of 2029. He made 15 appearances in the 2025/2026 Major League Soccer season, during which he scored one goal and had one assist. In June 2026, it was reported that Colorado Rapids had rejected a €10 million bid from FC Barcelona. The club's asking price is said to be higher than the €7 million MLS record for a center-back. His current market value, according to Transfermarkt, is €4.50m.