Reo-Coker opts to leave England and join MLS side Vancouver Whitecaps

Former West Ham and Aston Villa midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker has agreed a deal to join MLS side Vancouver Whitecaps.



The 28-year-old last month saw an unsuccessful spell at Ipswich come to an end and he is looking to reignite his career by playing outside of England for the first time.

Reo-Coker will join fellow ex-Premier League players Jay DeMerit, Kenny Miller, Young-Pyo Lee and Andy O'Brien in Canada, where his assistant coach will be former Wales midfielder Carl Robinson.

New challenge: Reo-Coker (right) left Ipswich last month

'I am delighted, it will be a new experience and I can’t wait,' Reo-Coker, who turned down several offers from Football League clubs, told Sky Sports, 'I am looking forward to the challenge.'



The MLS kicks off next month and Reo-Coker will be joined in the league by former Manchester United and Arsenal defender Mikael Silvestre.

