JOHN JOE O'TOOLE is in line to replace the suspended Lee Williamson when Watford entertain Hull City tomorrow (Saturday).
With Damien Francis and Gareth Williams still out injured and Al Bangura "a doubt", O'Toole is expected to get the nod to partner Gavin Mahon in what would be his first league start since graduating from the Academy in the summer.
After seeing O'Toole hold his own against Steve Sidwell in a behind-closed doors friendly with Chelsea last week, manager Aidy Boothroyd says he would have no qualms in asking the 19-year-old to line up in midfield against Jay-Jay Okocha, the Nigerian wizard.
"He has got no fear," said Boothroyd. "It would probably be something other managers wouldn't do but I don't worry about things like that.
"He doesn't care," he added. "He'll go and kick Marlon King in training or kick whoever he is playing against. He's got no qualms about doing his job, playing in front of crowds or reputations. That is a pre-requise for a top player.
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