Gianni Munari, who spent last season on loan at Watford, has agreed to join Serie B side Cagliari Calcio.

The midfielder made 31 appearances in all competitions for the Hornets last term following his temporary switch from Parma. 

Munari was keen to remain at Vicarage Road following the Golden Boys' promotion to the top flight, especially as his contract with parent club Parma was cancelled after the Italian side were liquidated this summer after declaring bankruptcy.

However, Watford looked elsewhere and the 32-year-old has signed a one-year deal with the option of another 12 months should Cagliari clinch promotion back to Serie A this season.