Cardiff City transfer news as Bluebirds close in on West Brom star and Derby County's James Collins reveals what happened with Bluebirds

Here's your round-up of all the latest Cardiff City headlines for Thursday, July 14.

West Brom defender Cedric Kipre is among a list of central defenders on Cardiff City's transfer radar, with Baggies boss Steve Bruce confirming the player is "close" to leaving the club.

The Bluebirds on Wednesday added their 11th signing of the summer with the capture of Sheyi Ojo on a two-year deal following the winger's release from Liverpool. Now, attention will turn to the last remaining areas of the squad which need bolstering.

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Steve Morison is keen to get in at least one other striker, a transfer requirement which is more prescient now James Collins has sealed his move to Derby County, and also wants to bring in a centre-back.

And WalesOnline understands Kipre is a player Cardiff have taken a look at in recent months. It is understood the player, who has two years left to run on his contract, is available for a loan move.

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James Collins has revealed he was informed last year he would not be a part of Cardiff City's long-term plans under Steve Morison.

Collins signed a two-year deal at Derby County on Wednesday in a deal understood to be a free transfer, having been informed he was surplus to requirements at Cardiff City Stadium, and he says he can't wait to start a new chapter in his career.

"I’m really excited and I’m desperate to get back playing football again and scoring goals," he said.

"I’m really excited to be here. The training ground is great and I’ve played at the stadium loads of times so I know how much of a good atmosphere it is and I’m looking forward to the challenge."

Speaking specifically about his exit from the