Premier League competition is intensifying for AS Monaco defender Almamy Toure.

The Mirror says Watford and Huddersfield are hot on the heels of £12 million-rated Monaco defender Toure.

The Premier League pair have sent scouts to watch the Mali international this season.

Toure, 21, came through the ranks at the Ligue 1 club, but he is fed-up at not getting enough game time.

That has alerted the Hornets and the Terriers as they prepare to firm up their initial interest with official bids.