Luca Kjerrumgaard is set to undergo a medical at Watford today (Monday) ahead of a proposed move from Danish side OB.
The highly-rated 22-year-old striker has been Watford’s top centre-forward target this summer, and the club now appears to have won the race for his signature despite interest from European heavyweights including Serie A champions Napoli and Portuguese giants Porto.
Luca Kjerrumgaard in the Danish Second Division this season:
— Football Talent Scout - Jacek Kulig (@FTalentScout) May 24, 2025
☑️28 games
⚽️22 goals
🅰️7 assists
📊directly involved in a goal every 82 minutes
🥇Top Scorer Award
🥇MVP Award
22 years of age. A superb modern target man with a big future ahead! 🇩🇰🔥 pic.twitter.com/VT56TlZ4Ie
Transfer via Udinese Due to Visa Rules
Due to visa restrictions, sources indicate Kjerrumgaard is likely to officially sign with sister club Udinese before joining Watford on an initial loan. However, it's understood that both his immediate and long-term future will be at Vicarage Road.
Proven Goal-Scorer in Denmark
Kjerrumgaard enjoyed a breakout season with OB, scoring 22 goals as the club earned promotion from the Danish second tier. Standing at 6'3", he offers a physical presence up front and has shown he can be a reliable focal point in attack.
Watford view him as a player who can lead the line in their push for promotion in the 2025/26 Championship season.
Competition and Squad Depth
If the deal is completed, Kjerrumgaard will join Vivaldo Semedo and Mamadou Doumbia as part of a revamped striker group under manager [Insert manager if known]. The club is confident that the Danish Under-21 international brings a different profile and adds quality in a key position.
He has also impressed at youth international level, with three goals in four appearances for Denmark’s U21 side.
Watford Building Boldly
With promotion the clear goal, Watford’s proactive move for Kjerrumgaard signals intent. A combination of physicality, movement, and a natural eye for goal makes him one of Denmark’s most exciting emerging forwards — and potentially a smart piece of business for the Hornets.
