CRISTIANO GIARETTA issued an apology after posting an explicit image of a woman to his Instagram story.
The Watford sporting director, 54, said: “Sorry my mistake” after uploading the x-rated snap of the mystery half-naked woman to the social media site.
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The shock image also had butterfly emojis and the words “sleep tight” on it.
Watford said in a statement: “The club considers this a private matter related to a personal account and will be issuing no further comment.”
Hornets fans saw the funnier side, with Louorns writing on Twitter: “No wonder we’re not signing any players.
"Giaretta is scouting the wrong talent."
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Aaron added: “At least we finally have an explanation as to why we seem too busy to sign someone."
Ash tweeted: “How about you get horny for some TRANSFERS Giaretta.”
Another fan asked: "That can't be real, surely??"
And one social media user joked: "Need to announce our next transfer with butterfly emojis otherwise its a waste!"
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The Watford transfer chief was appointed by the Hornets in August 2020.
He played a role in helping the Hornets win promotion to the Premier League the following year, but couldn't prevent them from being relegated last term.
The Hornets have signed two senior players so far this summer, bringing in Vakoun Bayo and Rey Manaj.
