Riccardo Sottil did not pass the medical examinations with Watford, which resulted in the cancellation of a transfer to England that had appeared to be finalized. According to FirenzeViola.it, Sottil was expected to leave Fiorentina in the last hours of the transfer window, but he will remain under contract with the club at least until the next window. Sottil had been considered not part of the technical project since the start of pre-season training and had been training separately from the group led by Fabio Grosso while waiting for a new placement.

Riccardo Sottil has completed a medical ahead of his move to Watford. SkySportsNews revealed that Fiorentina and Watford had agreed a season-long loan deal for the player.

Riccardo Sottil is expected to transfer to Watford on a loan with an option to buy. According to FirenzeViola, the Fiorentina winger's move will occur after he extends his contract with the club from 2027 to 2028, which will spread his salary over two years. Sottil was entitled to 1 million euros by June 2027, but will instead receive 500,000 euros this season and 500,000 euros the following season. He has accepted the move to the Championship, where his goal is to secure a permanent place and gain promotion to the Premier League with the club, which is described as ambitious.

Watford are nearing the signing of Fiorentina winger Riccardo Sottil. It is understood that the clubs have agreed to a season-long loan deal. According to Luca Bendoni, Sottil is due to arrive in England tomorrow to undergo a medical with Watford.