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Player Profile: Imran Louza – Watford talisman has licence to thrill

Watford’s fresh start under Javi Gracia has been spearheaded by their inspirational captain Imran Louza.

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The LeaguePaper Team
16 November 2025

Watford’s Imran Louza is showing all his skills at Vicarage Road

By Chris Dunlavy

Watford’s fresh start under Javi Gracia has been spearheaded by their inspirational captain Imran Louza.
The Moroccan international’s opener in the recent 1-1 draw with Ipswich Town was his fourth goal in six games under the returning Spaniard, and his sixth of a season that also includes three assists.
“Imran is a top, top player,” said Louza’s midfield partner, Hector Kyprianou, who joined the Hornets from Peterborough in May.
“He’s probably shown that he’s the best player in the league at the moment.”
Magnificent
High praise indeed, but nothing Louza hasn’t heard before....

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