Watford midfielder Will Hughes insists he holds no grudge against former manager Marco Silva.

While the initial frustration of not playing under Silva still sticks with Hughes, he admits to enjoying Silva's 26-game tenure and growing under his watch.

“I really enjoyed it [working with Silva] and learned a lot. Even though I didn't play for a few months, I still picked up a lot from him," Hughes said.

“It wasn't a boost to not play because I want to be involved in every game. I knew it wouldn't straightforward and I wouldn't be starting all the time when I first came.

“I had to knuckle down and earn my spot. After a few months I managed to do that and it has been an up and down season, which I can hopefully finish strongly."