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Gerard Deulofeu is relishing the prospect of linking up with former team-mate Kiko Femenia at Watford.

The Spanish duo played together for two seasons at Barcelona B and there was an old photo of the pair, looking a lot younger, going round social media when Deulofeu joined at the end of the transfer window.

Kiko has been absent through injury since early December, but has now returned to training is closing in on a return to the first-team, something Deulofeu is excited about.

Whilst the duo were both used as wingers when they played together for Barca's second team, Deulofeu talked up the potential partnership they could enjoy on the right, something that Watford fans will be salivating at the thought of and hoping happens sooner, rather than later.

"Kiko, before is a good player, but now it’s an amazing player," Dulofeu said.

"He plays so well for Watford and I’m happy to be with him. I want to be a good partner with him if I play on the right side."

Prior to his injury, Kiko was the unsung hero of Watford's side and just as much of a surprise package as Richarlison, who's start was widely praised. Although the 27-year-old had enjoyed a strong campaign with Alaves, he was a free signing and had never played in the Premier League, so expectations were not great.

Deulofeu is not surprised at Kiko's form and believes his experiences in Spain - he's played for both Barcelona and Real Madrid's B teams - have given him the confidence to succeed.

"I think when you take years and when your age is more, you have confidence," Deulofeu explained, "you have experience and you play well."

Javi Gracia revealed that Kiko is back in training and will be available for selection shortly in the Spanish media, although the Everton clash may come too soon.