Ainsworth moves to Watford

Lionel Ainsworth has moved from Hereford United to Watford initially on loan with a view to a deal in January when the transfer window reopens.

In return the two Watford youngsters currently on loan at Edgar Street can remain with Hereford for the rest of the season.

This from Watford's Official Website:

LIONEL Ainsworth has today (Thursday) joined Watford on loan with a view to making the move permanent in January.

The impressive Hereford United striker has already netted eight times so far this season, scoring two hat-tricks and the solitary goal that knocked Leeds United out of the FA Cup this week.

Theo Robinson and Toumani Diagouraga will remain at Edgar Street on loan until the end of the season with an option for Toumani to make his stay permanent in May.

Lionel Ainsworth joined Hereford United on the last day of July after being released by Derby County. His impressive displays on the right wing have alerted other managers to the youngsters talents. Watford's manager Aidy Boothroyd is known to have watched Ainsworth whilst checking on the progress of his two youngsters on loan at Edgar Street.

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