Meet Craig Dawson: The experienced defender who could be Leicester’s first deadline day signing

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Leicester City could land a centre-back in this transfer window after sensational reports emerged about Wolves defender Craig Dawson.

The Foxes are reportedly in talks with Wolves over a swap deal that would see Dawson come to the East Midlands and Conor Coady return to Molineux.

It’s a move that has come out of nowhere and caught many by surprise but, with time running out, it remains to be seen if a deal can actually be completed.

But who is Craig Dawson? Leicester City News has all you need to know on the defender who could end the day as a new player at the King Power Stadium.

Who is Craig Dawson?

Craig Dawson is a professional footballer playing for Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Premier League.

He has been there since 2023.

Craig Dawson age/birthplace

Dawson was born on 6 May 1990 in Rochdale, England, making him 34-years-old at the time of writing.

Craig Dawson height

Dawson stands at 1.88m, or six feet and two inches tall.

What teams did Craig Dawson play for?

Craig Dawson has played for a number of teams throughout his career.

He began his playing days with Radcliffe Borough in 2007 and had a loan spell at Clipstone before joining Rochdale in 2010.

After one season with Rochdale he was picked up by West Bromwich Albion and would remain at The Hawthorns for nine years.

Dawson actually scored the goal that saw West Brom draw 1-1 with Tottenham Hotspur in the run in to Leicester’s 2015/16 title-winning season.

Throughout his time at The Hawthorns he was a regular barring two loans at Rochdale and Bolton Wandeders.

Eventually, he joined Watford in 2019 and after two years joined West Ham United on loan before making it permanent.

He signed for current club Wolves in 2023 and has played over 50 times for the West Midlanders.

Are Craig Dawson and Michael Dawson related?

Despite having the same name, Craig Dawson and Michael Dawson aren’t related.

Andy, Craig’s brother, plays non-league football and also enjoys playing cricket.

What position does Craig Dawson play?

Craig Dawson operates as a centre-back but can play as a right-back when needed.

Craig Dawson stats

Craig Dawson salary

According to Capology, Dawson earns £45,000-a-week at Wolves.