So Watson, who has played almost 200 league games, would be ideal for Cardiff as he is an energetic and powerful midfield general.

BBC: Cardiff City target Wigan midfielder Ben Watson

The 30-year-old Slovenian midfield general, playing his first season for Benfica, reacted furiously to the referee's decision just before the end of the 1-1 draw with Sporting Lisbon.

BBC: Zahovic gets unexpected break

Wiley awarded a free-kick but then, to general amazement, took no further action against the Blackburn midfield man.

BBC: Blackburn 0-0 Everton