Birmingham City are interested in signing American right-back Reggie Cannon.
According to the Daily Mail, Birmingham along with West Bromwich Albion, Stoke City and Premier League newsboys Burnley, are looking at him after he left Boavista in the Portuguese top flight this summer.
He had his contract cancelled at Boavista following a legal dispute over unpaid wages, which he won.
It is claimed by Cannon that he was only paid on time once in three years at Boavista.
It is said that he had plenty of offers to move back to the States, but prefers to continue his career in Europe for now. Cannon is the grandson of atmospheric scientist Dr Warren Washington.
Who is Reggie Cannon?
Cannon is a 25-year-old American international, who can also play at wing-back and centre back.
He joined Boavista in the summer of 2020, and made 72 appearances for them in the league, but didn’t score a goal.
He joined Boavista from FC Dallas in the MLS, where he made 75 appearances before his departure. For his nation he has made 28 appearances to date, being a regular for the side since 2018.
Birmingham have been looking to bolster their right back options, especially following the injury to Ethan Laird in their 2-0 win away at Bristol City. They have had former Burnley right back Matthew Lowton at the club on trial, who could provide some good depth and and experience to John Eustace’s side.
Birmingham have started the season well, being unbeaten in the Championship so far, despite obtaining a number of injuries. The likes of Siriki Dembele have also been injured, whilst young midfielder Alfie Chang is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines with a knee injury.