Watford's Janmaat set for six week lay-off

The Dutch defender has been an ever-present for the team so far in the Premier League last season, as they have got off to an excellent start.

However, he was forced to undergo knee surgery after picking up a injury and will face a lengthy spell on the sidelines.

The problem means that he will miss crucial Premier League games with his club, as well as international duty with the Netherlands in October.

Javi Gracia will be glad that such an injury has come in this point of the season, however, as it means that he will be back to full fitness in time for the busy Christmas period in the Premier League.