EFL investigates Watford over 'forged' bank letter
Watford could face punishment from the EFL after a probe was opened into an allegedly forged bank letter.
The Daily Telegraph reported on Wednesday (AEDT) that Watford submitted a forged HSBC bank letter to show Watford owner Gino Pozzo had the financial resources to bankroll the Vicarage Road club.
The EFL has now confirmed it is looking into the claims.
"We can confirm, following receipt of information from the Daily Telegraph, that we immediately commenced a Disciplinary Investigation into serious allegations made against Watford Football Club," an EFL statement reads.
"The club has been formally contacted by the EFL and is now required to provide a full and detailed response to the allegations.
"Once that response is received, it will be fully considered by the EFL and appropriate action will be taken under our rules and regulations.
"We will not be making any further comment until we are in receipt of the club's response."
EFL rules from 2014 indicate punishment for the offence could range from a formal warning to expulsion from competitions.