Watford winger Steven Berghuis is reportedly close to joining Feyenoord on loan.

The Netherlands international midfielder struggled for game time during his first season at Vicarage Road following his move from AZ Alkmaar last summer.

Berghuis only made one start for the Hornets in January's FA Cup win over Newcastle United.

But the 24-year-old produced several encouraging performances during the run-in from off the bench including an impressive cameo in the home win over Aston Villa.

New head coach Walter Mazzarri has played a 3-5-2 formation during pre-season and this system could be a factor behind the proposed loan move.

Berghuis does not look suited to taking a defensive role in the wing-back position and the winger may not fit into Mazzarri's plans.

Reports in the Dutch media claim Berghuis, who did not feature in Watford's goalless draw against Anzhi Makhachkala on Saturday, is set to move to Feyenoord on a season-long loan.