Fulham striker Collins John has turned down a move to Watford.

The Hornets had a £3.25 million bid accepted by the Cottagers for the 21-year-old. But after holding talks with Watford manager Adrian Boothroyd the Dutch forward has opted to stay with Fulham.

Watford may have matched his £20,000 per week wages but John was unwilling to join the relegation-threatened side.

Boothroyd told the Croydon Guardian: 'I've spoken to his representatives and he said at this point in time it's a no.

'I think there is still some hope but I'm looking at other options.'