He might not be back to full fitness, but it doesn't seem to have stopped Gerard Deulofeu from hitting top form.

The Spaniard started against Wolves on Saturday - his first since completing a permanent move to Watford over the summer.

A number of injury complaints delayed the start to his season, but Deulofeu certainly made up for lost time at Molineux.

Deulofeu's versatility is one of his key strengths and Javi Gracia will be delighted to have several ways that he can fit the forward into his plans.

But what is Deulofeu's best position? We take a look at the different roles that the former Barcelona man can play in the Watford team.

Left winger

Although more at home on the right flank, Deulofeu's pace and trickery would make him a real handful wherever he played on the pitch.

Playing on the left could allow the Spaniard to cut inside, and roam into a more central position where, as we know, he can carve open the defence with a killer ball.

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Of course, based on current team selections this would mean replacing the in-form Roberto Pereyra, meaning that he's likely to be used elsewhere.

Right winger

The position most commonly occupied by Deulofeu.

Playing on the right allows Deulofeu to focus purely on getting the ball to feet, and running at the opposition left-back - something which is a terrifying thought for any defender.

Similarly to if he was on the left, he would be allowed the freedom to cut inside, although it won't come as naturally with his dominant right foot more likely to lead him down the flank.

Playing here could mean dislodging Will Hughes, but thanks to the Englishman's technical attributes, this could well be a tactical switch that could see Hughes move inside to a more central role.

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Number 10

Roberto Pereyra and Will Hughes have looked strong in the wide positions so far this term, and perhaps the option to get the best out of Deulofeu is to play him as a typical number 10.

Allowing Deulofeu something of a free role would certainly play to his strengths as it could rid him of any defensive responsibility, and means he can focus purely on making a difference in the attacking third - a role which would certainly play into his hands.

However, whether Javi Gracia would allow him to occupy this role - or if Watford could afford to carry a defensive long-term remains to be seen.

A striker

We saw him do it against Wolves, and Deulofeu can be mightily impressive in an attacking position.

Javi Gracia has stuck with Andre Gray and Troy Deeney in attack, but Deulofeu's return could be the change that's needed to freshen up the attack.

Playing alongside Deeney, the Spaniard would be tasked with playing off the shoulder and running in behind to get onto Deeney's flick-ons and through balls, or he could even play as a false-nine which would see him drop into the space between midfield and attack.

While he would be effective, this would likely mean dropping Andre Gray - but given his lack of form in recent weeks it's an option that may appeal to Gracia.

Impact substitute

I'm sure I'm not the only one who wants to Deulofeu starting games - and based on his display at Molineux I certainly can't see him being dropped.

However there's always the possibility that the Spaniard will be saved the play the role of 'an impact sub' - meaning he would come on late in the game to impact the result.

Personally, I think Deulofeu offers far too much to play this role, but if he was utilised as a sub there's no question that his versatility and energy would cause a massive headache for the opposition if he was going head-to-head with the weary legs of the other team.

Deulofeu is still working his way back to full fitness, but providing he doesn't suffer another injury setback he's bound to be a regular starter in Javi Gracia's starting XI.

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