Hyde returns to Watford in Academy role

Watford have appointed their former midfielder Micah Hyde as the club's new Academy Head of Coaching.

Hyde, who has been a Senior Professional Development Coach in QPR’s Academy for the past five years, replaces Jimmy Gilligan, who left earlier this month after four years as the club’s Academy Head of Technical Development.

As a midfielder, Hyde made 286 appearances for the Hornets, including in the Premier League.

Academy Manager Richard Johnson is a former team-mate and said: “I’m looking forward to rekindling the partnership with Micah and to the continued progress of the Academy.”