Abdoulaye Doucoure revealed on French television that he plans to leave Watford

The Frenchman has garnered interest for his impressive performances during his two-and-a-half-year spell with the Hornets. A leggy, acrobatic central midfielder, Doucoure has scored 11 league goals in 79 appearances since making his debut for the club in August 2016. It seemed the Hertfordshire side had secured their prized asset on a long-term basis when he signed a five-year deal last August, but the 26-year-old has welcomed interest since the January transfer window opened. French champions Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly interested in Doucoure, as they plan for the impending departure of Adrien Rabiot.

I think I am going to leave Watford Abdoulaye Doucoure

And with those links gathering pace, Doucoure made his stance clear when featuring on French television show Canal Football Club on Sunday night. "I think I am going to leave Watford,” he announced, one day after featuring in Watford’s 2-1 win over Crystal Palace. “The club know my ambitions and want to help me get to the next level. "I'm flattered by the interest of PSG but for the moment there's nothing concrete. I will focus on my performance for my club.

Abdoulaye Doucoure acknowledged the links from PSG

“I’ve not had contact with PSG and they've not contacted Watford. My goal is to play well for Watford and then maybe join a Champions League team. "The chances of me joining PSG? Probably small as they follow a number of players. “I’m not the priority that's for sure but if there is an opportunity then we will look into it. "I can play at 10, 8 or even 6 but my favourite position is as a defensive midfielder.

Abdoulaye Doucoure has been integral to Watford's sustainability over the past three seasons