'It's a big sign from Elton John' - Gino Pozzo's Watford sale stance revealed

Watford owner Gino Pozzo has no plans to sell the club despite fan protests, according to former Everton CEO Keith Wyness, who believes Pozzo will hold out until the club's value recovers.

Watford owner Gino Pozzo is not planning to sell the Championship club in the near future, despite mounting pressure from supporters unhappy with the club's direction. Former Everton chief executive Keith Wyness, speaking to Football Insider, expects Pozzo to "fight through" the current discontent rather than walk away.

Wyness believes Pozzo understands the club's potential value and will wait until Watford returns to a more stable Championship position before considering a sale. The Pozzo family have owned Watford since 2012 and have built a reputation for regularly changing managers. Current boss Alessio Dionisi recently eased some pressure with a 2-0 win over Charlton Athletic, though fans protested against the ownership ahead of that match.

Wyness noted that even high-profile supporter Elton John's recent public dissatisfaction is unlikely to sway Pozzo's stance. He believes Watford could become "a real jewel in the crown" with the right investment, given its proximity to London and potential for stadium development, which is what Pozzo likely understands about the club's long-term asset value.