Britt Assombalonga has signed a new contract with Watford but will spend the next month on loan with Blue Square Bet Premier side Braintree.

The 19-year-old striker has put pen to paper on a contract which will keep him with the Hornets until the summer of 2013, with the option of a further year.

Assombalonga recently returned from a two-month loan spell with non-League Wealdstone where he scored 11 times.

Speaking to Watford's official website, he said: "I'm really happy. I wouldn't say I was expecting it, but when you're a forward and scoring goals it gives you a good feeling about your future.

"The coaches back at Watford have been really pleased with me. I've had positive comments from them and I take all their feedback on board.

"They tell me to keep pushing on and do well so I try to do my best every time - which is what I'm going to try and do now at Braintree."