Fowler, who scored 183 goals in 369 games during his two spells with Liverpool and has 26 England caps, was released by his hometown club at the end of the Premier League season.

A statement on Cardiff's official website, www.cardiffcityfc.co.uk, said: "Cardiff City are delighted to announce that Robbie Fowler has agreed to join them on a two-year contract.

"Robbie is expected to be unveiled at a press conference in Cardiff on Monday or Tuesday this week."