Watford manager Aidy Boothroyd has confirmed that two more clubs have joined Fulham in the race to sign striker Marlon King."We've had further contact from Fulham and interest from two other Premier League clubs enquiring about the situation," Boothroyd told the Watford Observer.

"I am hoping the situation will be resolved by the end of this week. Whether Marlon plays for Watford, Fulham or the other two on Saturday I can't tell you."

Earlier King dismissed reports that he had failed a medical at Fulham because of knee problems, and that underlying weaknesses in his knees could bring an end to his career in three years.

"How can I fail a medical when Fulham haven't pulled out of a deal and talks are ongoing?," King said.

His agent Tony Finnigan added: "Reports that Marlon may be finished in three years are utter rubbish. He will play football comfortably until he is 35."

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