Watford have signed Mitchel Bergkamp, son of former Arsenal striker Dennis Bergkamp, for the Under 23s.

Speaking to the club website, the youngster said he was “an attacking midfielder, a No.10” who “likes to keep possession, create chances and score goals” and that he was looking forward to getting started.

“I'm very pleased and really excited for the future,” said Bergkamp. “It's great to get this opportunity and I can't wait to get on the pitch and start the hard work. I've been on trial, I've been working hard and I'm just really glad to get the chance to prove myself.

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“I wanted to try something new and I'm really looking forward to the new adventure,” he said. “I'm so happy. It's been an amazing and a wonderful experience so far. The facilities are great, the pitches are amazing and it's a pleasure to be here every day.”

Bergkamp said initially it was difficult for him to be constantly compared to his father but he is hoping to leave his own legacy on the sport.

“When I was younger it was difficult but I've adapted to it now,” he said. “It's just my name and I'm my own player and hopefully I can leave my own legacy. He's been amazing to me and for me. He's my No.1 fan and has always been there for me. It's a privilege to have him as my dad and to work with him on my game.”