Transfer Watch: Former San Jose Earthquakes midfielder Simon Dawkins linked with return to US

Simon Dawkins of Jamaica and Patrice Bernier of Canada in an international friendly

Simon Dawkins, who spent the 2011 and 2012 seasons with the San Jose Earthquakes, could be headed back to the US.


The 27-year-old, currently playing with English Championship side Derby County, has been linked with a return stateside, according to a report cited by the Derby Telegraph. Dawkins has struggled for playing time this season, only entering a single cup match to date.



Dawkins, a Jamaican international, scored 14 goals in 53 appearances for San Jose. Although the report does not specify if Dawkins would be returning to San Jose, a league spokesperson confirmed with MLSsoccer.com on Thursday that the Quakes hold the right of first refusal if Dawkins indeed aims to return.