Udinese are pushing to sign Watford striker Stefano Okaka this week.
The Zebrette are in the market for a new striker signing and Okaka is a priority.
The Italy international is in Watford boss Marco Silva's plans, though is homesick for a return to Serie A.
And the arrival of Andre Gray from Burnley has unsettled the centre-forward.
Okaka has options also within the Premier League, but Watford's relationship with Udinese has them favourites for his signature should he choose to move on.