Cardiff City have snapped up Norwich City veteran Simon Lappin.

The deal is set to run until 1st January 2013, but Norwich have the right to recall the player after 28 days.

"An adaptable player, Simon can play as a left-back or in midfield," Cardiff said in a statement released on their official website.

"With defensive injury concerns this week, he is a welcome addition to the squad, while we would also like to thank Chris Hughton and Norwich City for allowing Simon to join us for this period."