Tag: Birmingham City

Vladimir Smicer Urges Gerrard to Take Wrexham or Birmingham Job

Steven Gerrard
October 2025

Ex-Liverpool star Vladimir Smicer has advised Steven Gerrard to restart his managerial career at Wrexham or Birmingham, seeing them as ideal stepping stones towards eventually managing Liverpool. Gerrard has been out of work since leaving Al-Ettifaq in January.
Smicer told Boyle Sports that Gerrard needs a strong, ambitious project to rebuild credibility before eyeing Anfield. Both Championship sides face off this Friday, with speculation swirling around Gerrard as pressure mounts on Rangers boss Russell Martin, another club linked to him.

Tom Brady Reflects on Rooney Exit, Backs Davies for Birmingham’s Rise

Tom Brady (Birmingham City)
July 2025

Birmingham City co-owner Tom Brady has explained the decision to sack Wayne Rooney, backing Chris Davies as the ideal fit who led the club back to the Championship after relegation in 2024. Speaking on YouTube, Brady admitted ownership must take responsibility for the failed Rooney appointment. He praised Davies for aligning with the club’s values and leading a strong turnaround through a structured hiring process.

Birmingham Sign Fujimoto on Free Transfer from Gil Vicente

Kanya Fujimoto (Gil Vicente > Birmingham City)
July 2025

Birmingham City have signed Japanese midfielder Kanya Fujimoto on a free transfer after his contract with Gil Vicente expired.
Fujimoto signs a three-year deal, becoming the third Japanese player in the squad as Birmingham continue to strengthen for the new season.

Kyogo Joins Birmingham in £10m Deal from Rennes

Kyogo Furuhashi (Birmingham City)
July 2025

Birmingham have signed Japanese striker Kyogo Furuhashi from Rennes for up to £10m. He signs a three-year contract after only six appearances for the French side.
Kyogo, 30, previously starred for Celtic with 85 goals in 165 games. After limited action at Rennes, he moves to Birmingham to reignite his form and career.

Bright Osayi-Samuel Joins Birmingham on Free Transfer

Bright Osayi-Samuel (Birmingham)
July 2025

Birmingham have signed 27-year-old Osayi-Samuel on a free after his Fenerbahce contract expired. He has agreed to a three-year deal with the Championship side.
The versatile player, who can play as full-back or winger, becomes the latest addition for newly promoted Birmingham ahead of the upcoming season.

Arsenal Eye Salford Teen Sensation Will Wright

Will Wright (Salford City)
April 2025

Arsenal are closely monitoring 16-year-old forward Will Wright, who has already broken into Salford City’s senior squad after netting over 40 goals at youth level. He’s being tracked alongside other academy targets for the summer window.
Wright made his debut in the Carabao Cup and has two league appearances, with Leicester and Birmingham also expressing interest. Having been on the bench for recent League Two games, he’s now seen as one of Salford’s top young prospec

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