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Out against Wolves Pedro tested positive for COVID-19 Wednesday and is out against Wolves on Thursday.

Impact Pedro tested negative ahead of Thursday's match, but that's not enough to play because of protocols. Joshua King is healthy and back in the XI, while Pedro should be available for Sunday's trip to Southampton if he continues to test negative.

MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Goes full 90 in loss Pedro had one chance created, three interceptions and four clearances in Sunday's 3-2 loss against Arsenal.

Impact Pedro was back in the starting XI Sunday with Ismaila Sarr injured and he could keep that role going forward. Pedro and Cucho Hernandez are expected to fight for starts with Sarr out, while they both could continue to start if Joshua King is ready to re-enter the XI.

MARCH 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could be available against Man United Pedro (calf) has trained and could be available for Saturday's trip to Manchester United, according to manager Roy Hodgson.

Impact Pedro has missed the last two matches with a calf issue and prior to that he was coming off the bench, so nothing is expected to change Saturday. He had a nice run of matches, but Joshua King still has the leg up on Pedro and Cucho Hernandez for the starting XI despite a run of no production.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Late test for Wednesday Pedro (knock) is making progress but is still considered a doubt for Wednesday's match against Crystal Palace, according to manager Roy Hodgson. "Both are making incredibly good pr...

Impact Even if available, Pedro is unlikely to be in the XI Wednesday having been benched the prior two matches. He seems to be the odd man out despite a run of solid performances and the return of Ismaila Sarr definitely won't help his playing time.

FEBRUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out with knock Pedro is out with a knock for Saturday's match against Aston Villa.

Impact Pedro is out Saturday, but he hasn't started in two matches and wasn't going to start in this one now that Ismaila Sarr is available. Pedro had a nice run of performances, but he's the odd man out in the attack at the moment.

FEBRUARY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starts, scores goal Pedro scored one goal across 90 minutes during a 1-1 draw Saturday against Newcastle United.

Impact Pedro logged his fourth start and second goal of the 2021-22 Premier League. He will try to continue improving tallies concerning both statistical categories this year. During the latter half of 2021, Emmanuel Dennis and Joshua King became favored starters over Pedro.

JANUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores off bench Pedro scored once off the bench during Saturday's 4-1 win over Manchester United.

Impact Pedro was brought on for his seventh appearance and did well with a goal and four shots in 16 minutes. It's rare that he will come on with the opponents down to 10, so this isn't a goal to chase going forward.

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gets assist off bench Pedro logged one assist from one chance created in 26 minutes off the bench during Saturday's 5-2 win over Everton.

Impact Pedro has come off the bench in all four of his appearances this season and was able to get his name onto the box score as well by setting up Emmanuel Dennis for the final goal. In a reasonably deep attacking group, Pedro will need to make an even bigger impact if he's to become a better fantasy asset. Up next is a visit from Southampton, which have conceded 12 goals in nine games.

OCTOBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Could be option Saturday Pedro (knee) continues to train and could be an option for Saturday's match against Newcastle.

Impact Pedro has been training for about two weeks, so he should be nearing match fitness. He won't crack the starting XI immediately, but he should figure to steal some playing time as the season moves along after starting 31 matches last campaign.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Norwich trip Pedro (knee) is training in full but will miss Saturday's match against Norwich City.

Impact Pedro was a late-test last weekend, so this update is a bit surprising. He's been training fully for a couple weeks now and is likely working on his fitness at this point. Once ready, he gives Watford another option to use up front.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Back in full training Pedro (knee) is back in full training and will be assessed ahead of Saturday's match against Wolverhampton.

Impact Pedro only recently returned to full training, so he's unlikely to make an appearance Saturday given his absence since July. At this point, it makes more sense to come off the bench a couple times before being an option to start and even then, he'll need to fight for a job in the attack.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Running outside, making progress Pedro is running outside and making progress with his knee injury, according to the team.

Impact Pedro may still have another few weeks before he's an option again. It's unknown what kind of injury he suffered in July, but it's a knee issue that'll keep him out multiple months. Even upon a return, he'll have to fight for minutes in Watford's attack with Emmanuel Dennis taking the starting role up front this season.

AUGUST 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Working through knee injury Pedro continues to work through a knee injury sustained last month and will miss Saturday's opener against Aston Villa.

Impact It doesn't seem like Pedro is close to returning, so his Premier League campaign starts with a hitch. He started 31 matches for Watford last season, scoring nine goals, but given other signings, his spot in the squad may not be the same in the new season.

AUGUST 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE