Portsmouth have joined the race for England international striker Darius Vassell.

Vassell has been evicted from his Ankara hotel after his club Ankaragucu failed to pay the bill.

The 29-year-old was heralded as a landmark signing - and given a hero's welcome - when joining the Turkish club in the summer following the end of his contract with Manchester City.

Vassell has scored twice in seven games for Ankaragucu, but has since voiced concerns over the club's financial problems following a recent change in ownership.

The Daily Star Sunday says Pompey and Bolton Wanderers are now ready to bring Vassell back to England in January.