Following multiple reliable reports that R. Charleroi have accepted a bid from Watford for Jeremy Petris - discussions over personal terms are said to have begun as all parties look to finalise the move in the coming days. The defender is open to the move, and if talks proceed smoothly, the transfer could be confirmed in the coming days - which would see the buying team secure one of their top targets and put their rivals on notice. The transfer remains in progress, and with no other clubs involved, Watford look to be negotiating from a comfortable position. Defensively, Watford are sitting around the league average this season, at 1.25 goals conceded per game. Someone like Jeremy Petris could keep them steady but also raise the level when it matters most. Reports suggest Watford are monitoring Max Johnston whereas R. Charleroi have not been associated with other players at this stage. Need more Watford transfer rumours? Stay tuned to PlayerSwitch for live transfer news and rumours from across the world of football.