WATFORD have been hit by boardroom unrest in the wake of relegation from the Premiership with the shock announcement that directors Jimmy and Vince Russo have been "removed" from the board.

In a brief statement, Hornets chairman Graham Simpson said: "On behalf of the board I would like to express our gratitude to Giacomo and Vincenzo Russo for their contribution to Watford Leisure and their commitment to the Football Club."