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Young happy with Watford

Ashley Young has vowed to remain loyal to Watford, even if they are relegated.

Ashley Young has vowed to remain loyal to Watford, even if they tumble out of the Premiership at the end of the season.

Watford have found life tough back in the top flight and are rooted to the foot of the table after winning just one of their opening 15 games.

Young has been one of the few bright sparks for The Hornets and he has reportedly caught the eye of Arsenal and Aston Villa.

The 21-year-old is happy with life at Vicarage Road and has vowed to remain with the club even if they fail to avoid the drop.

"I have been at Watford since I was 10 and this is where I want to be," said Young. "Watford look to develop young players.

"People ask if I need to be at a different club to get into the England senior side, but I have managed to get into the Under 21s while playing for Watford.

"Would I have a problem staying here if we were in the Championship? No. If you have what we have here, you do not need to go anywhere."

It would appear Watford chief Adrian Boothroyd has already moved to assure Young that he has a bright future with the club.

"I was very satisfied with the outcome of my chat with the manager. He wants me to be here, and I want to be here.

"It's always good to see players come through the youth team and hold down a starting position in the first team, which is what I have done."