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Striker Victor Ibarbo is heading to Watford from Italian side Roma, according to Italian broadcaster Sportitalia.

Ibarbo, who was linked with Leeds United last summer, but eventually ended up signing for Roma, is expected to be snapped up by Watford before the transfer window closes in England tomorrow.











The Colombia international played for Cagliari, with Watford's sporting director Nicola Salerno previously holding the same position at the Italian club; Salerno was also sporting director at Leeds last summer.

Ibarbo now appears to be finally heading for England though and should link up with Premier League new boys Watford.



Cagliari, who Ibarbo was on loan at from Roma, have been informed.

The 25-year-old started his career with Atletico Nacional and headed to Italy with Cagliari in 2011.

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He then joined Roma in the winter transfer window earlier this year on a loan with a purchase option, but struggled to make an impact with the Giallorossi.

Ibarbo is a Colombia international and has won 15 caps for the South American country, scoring one goal in the process.

