Watford boss Javi Gracia insists Richarlison remains in his plans.

Richarlison has been assured he is still an important part of the future at Vicarage Road – despite being dropped after 21 games without a goal.

Chelsea are heading the crop of top clubs tracking the Hornets' Brazilian discovery, who was left out of the starting line-up last weekend for the first time since the opening day of the season.

Gracia said: “There was no special meaning behind my decision.

“We also have Roberto Pereyra and Kiko (Femenia) who can give us width, and they both scored in our last match, but I'm sure Richarlison will have an important part to play for the team in our next games."