Watford ace has impressed in recent weeks.

Watford’s Etienne Capoue celebrates scoring their third goal

Watford midfielder Etienne Capoue scored an outstanding goal last week as his side recorded an impressive win over West Ham.

He has established himself as a key figure for Walter Mazzarri’s side, who take on Manchester United this weekend.

Watford’s Etienne Capoue in action with Arsenal’s Jack Wilshere

Former Premier League ace Paul Merson has told SkySports he believes Capoue is the player who will prove a real difference maker to the Hornets this season.

He said: “Etienne Capoue has made a big change from the end of last season.

“They were getting predictable because it was almost like they didn’t have a chance when Deeney and Ighalo weren’t at it, but Capoue is giving them a little bit extra now.”

Team Season Passing Accuracy Won Tackle Interception Won Ball Recovery Touches Ontarget Scoring Att Goal Assist Goals Appearances Mins Played Etienne Capoue Watford 2016-2017 83% 7 10 28 246 4 1 3 4 354

Capoue has added a goal threat to his game, scoring three goals in four games, remarkably from only four shots at goal.

It is a rate he will not be able to keep up, but he is clearly playing with added confidence and is showing why he has previously earned international caps with France.

At the weekend he goes up against Paul Pogba, who is yet to score for Manchester United since his world record move. He will be keen to extend his impressive form and help the Hornets to a second successive league win.

Watford’s Etienne Capoue scores their third goal

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