The Watford Observer understands Watford Leisure Plc has received a request to hold an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM).

Watford FC has not confirmed or denied reports that one or more of company’s shareholders have forced the emergency meeting.

However, as the club’s financial situation remains uncertain and following Sir Elton John’s dramatic statement two weeks ago, sources close to the club have confirmed to this newspaper that the Russo brothers, Jimmy and Vince, have forced an EGM.

The club, this paper understands, is in the process of informing all its shareholders of the request prior to an imminent announcement to the stock exchange.