Adrian Mariappa is adamant Watford teammate Will Hughes is destined for big things.
Hughes shone in defeat to Burnley on Saturday.
"He's an outstanding player," said defender Mariappa.
"Before he got injured he was really showing his quality and now he's come back on the other side of his injury and picked up where he's left off.
"To see his quality he's got, he has so much flair and a terrific player.
"If he was fit I think he would have been pushing for a regular starting place anyway. He's just been terrific when he has played."