Watford winger Gerard Deulofeu has revealed that he will be out for 'some time' after limping off against Everton.

The news comes as a massive blow for Watford, with the Spaniard already proving a smart signing after joining on loan from Barcelona last month.

He was influential in the victory over Chelsea and looked the most likely to make something happen prior to being taken off against his former club.

Deulofeu appeared to injure his right ankle after a collision in the Hornets box with striker Cenk Tosun shortly before the hour-mark.

Everton's new signing showed his strength and the tackle was deemed fair, but Deulofeu landed awkwardly. He tried to carry on playing, but it soon became apparent that would not be possible and he was subsequently replaced by Andre Carrillo.

Deulofeu is the latest in a long line of injury problems that Watford have faced, although a number of the long-term absentees have now returned.

It is likely to mean more opportunities for the likes of Andre Carrillo and Dodi Lukebakio, whilst Kiko Femenia may also be used in a more advanced role than he was under Marco Silva.

The 23-year-old has given no indication as to how long 'some time' means, but his Tweet suggests that he will be back before the end of the season and feature for Watford again prior to his loan running out.