Watford vs Crystal Palace - Four Watford players struggling with stomach virus

Four Watford players have been struggling with a stomach virus in the build-up to their Premier League clash against Crystal Palace.

Defender Sebastian Prodl is among those who have been ill, while Gerard Deulofeu has also been absent from training with a throat infection.

Jose Holebas returns after missing the defeat against Huddersfield with a back injury. Younes Kaboul (foot) and midfielder Nathaniel Chalobah (knee) continue their rehabilitation.

Jeffrey Schlupp is back in contention for Crystal Palace following his recovery from an ankle injury.

The full-back has returned to first-team training, but is not expected to start at Vicarage Road.

Scott Dann, Jason Puncheon, Bakary Sako and Connor Wickham remain long-term absentees.