Birmingham City legend odds-on for Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins

One of the region's most familiar footballing faces could be set for a challenge of another sort. Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins is renowned for being one of the most gruelling reality TV challenges, attracting a host of stars eager to test their mettle.

This year's sixth series is set to feature Olympic boxer Anthony Ogogo, entertainer John Barrowman, and model Bianca Gascoigne, daughter of England football icon Paul Gascoigne.

Speculation is rife about which other celebrities might join the line-up or appear in the show's seventh season - and Troy Deeney, Birmingham City fan and former captain, is among them. James Leyfield, Entertainment Expert at Gambling.com, has compiled odds and commentary on potential participants

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Each of the first five series of Celebrity SAS has featured at least one footballer, with Jermaine Pennant, Kieron Dyer, and Wayne Bridge among those who have previously braved the challenge.

Ex-Premier League star Troy Deeney is currently tipped at 2/5 to join the show, following strong rumours of his involvement. A television source revealed to The Sun: "Footballers' competitive streak seems to lend itself to taking part. Troy is likely to discuss some of the most upsetting elements of his life in the interrogation room with the instructors."

According to the publication, two more celebs tipped for the gruelling challenge are S Club star Hannah Spearritt (1/2), and Michaella McCollum (8/11) of Peru Two infamy.

They're both at short odds to brave the show where celebs face tough questions about their lives. Thomas Skinner, famed for his Del Boy-esque "he who dares, wins" mantra in the trading world, is pondering a stint on Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins.

The ex-Apprentice candidate is a 2/1 bet to trade market deals for military drills, while rapper Lady Leshurr is at 5/2. Corrie's Ryan Thomas stands at 3/1, with former Hollyoaks actor Richard Blackwood at 4/1 to join the ranks.