LUCA VIALLI has reiterated the view there is still a chance of a rethink with regards to transfer-listed Marcus Gayle and Allan Nielsen.

"There is a chance for these players. We said that the day we put them on the list, that the door is always open. In football, you have to be prepared to change your mind," the Watford manager said.

"It depends on what they give me on match-days, but also during the week with their spirit and commitment. They have to show that they want to be part of things. They want to stay and they want to prove they are very good players, if not here then at another club.

"They are playing very well and even better than they were before we put them on the list and that pleases me because I understand and know that it has got to be a difficult time for them."