Coach Martin Hall has gone on holiday, while a number of his players are on international or representative duty.

Chairman Ray Taylor said: “I have nothing further to say on the situation at the moment. Martin has gone away, but will be back in time for the meeting.”

The lack of information coming out of the club has led to lively rumours of departures from Hornets. The latest tale has former Salford duo Ian Watson and Paul Southern making the switch to Oldham.