According to reporter Ben Jacobs, Serie A clubs Roma and Bologna have both made enquiries for Rocco Vata, Watford's 21-year-old Irish youth international forward. The clubs are seeking to strengthen their attacking options before the transfer window concludes. Vata joined Watford in July 2024, and his contract runs until 2028. He has 10 caps and 6 goals for the Republic of Ireland's U21 side. Transfermarkt estimates his current market value to be €1.80m.