NEIL WARNOCK has talked Venezuelan star Rolf Feltscher into joining Cardiff City’s bid for the Premier League.

Warnock is signing the free agent defender who wants to play in Britain after a career in Italy, Germany and Spain.

4 Rolf Feltscher and Venezuela coach Rafael Dudamel Credit: AFP or licensors

Feltscher can play anywhere across the back line and Warnock was impressed by him during a week’s training spell.

The defender has also had offers in America, but he fancies trying to play for high flying Cardiff and helping them go for the top flight.

Warnock has run a successful campaign with a small squad and Feltscher can play immediately as he does not need a work permit.

The Swiss-born player is also fit after playing for his country in their World Cup qualifying group in South America.

4 The versatile defender in action against Lionel Messi Credit: AP:Associated Press

He has been a free agent since he was released by La Liga side Getafe at the end of last season.

Feltscher came close to completing a switch to Birmingham City, but this move collapsed after manager Harry Redknapp was axed.

Warnock confirmed his interest in the Venezuelan ace ahead of the Bluebird's goalless draw against Millwall.

The Switzerland born defender kicked off his career with Grasshoppers after graduating from their youth system.

4 The 5"1' defender spent three seasons in Switzerland before joining Parma in 2010 Credit: AFP or licensors

Following this, he played for Parma, Padova and Duisburg before completing a two-year deal with Getafe.

After Feltscher's trial period with the Bluebirds, Warnock said: "He's been here this week and we've looked at him and we've been talking to him.

"He was recommended to me by Harry Redknapp.

"I think we need three or four lads in I've mentioned to the chairman and Vincent Tan is supportive aswell."