Birmingham City: October 2009 Archives

Birmingham City are believed to be considering a January swap deal involving Garry O'Connor and Celtic's Aiden McGeady.

Maik Taylor will keep goal for Birmingham on Sunday as on-loan ace Joe Hart is unable to play against his parent club Manchester City.

Former Liverpool defender Gregory Vignal doesn't expect his old boss Gerard Houllier to replace Alex McLeish at Birmingham City.

Birmingham defender Liam Ridgewell has hit back at his critics who have blamed him for an injury to Arsenal star Theo Walcott.

Alex McLeish believes goalkeeper Joe Hart can force his way into England's World Cup plans - if he cuts out the mistakes.

Blues boss Alex McLeish believes Ecuadorian striker Christian Benitez can be a 'star' in England after his impressive displays to date.

Birmingham boss Alex McLeish is being linked with a bid for Rangers' striker Kris Boyd, who is out of contract in the summer.

Blues vice chairman Sammy Yu has denied any behind-the-scenes moves to replace Alex McLeish with Gerard Houllier.

Birmingham goal hero Liam Ridgewell has admitted he more than halved the recovery time for the broken leg he suffered in April.

Alex McLeish has told Christian Benitez to follow up his impressive performances for Birmingham with his first Premier League goals.

Former Liverpool boss Gerard Houllier is in line to replace Alex McLeish as Birmingham boss should Carson Yeung make changes.

Goals from Liam Ridgewell and James McFadden handed Birmingham a 2-1 win against Sunderland at St Andrews.

Defenders Franck Queudrue and Stuart Parnaby are in line to return as Birmingham entertain Sunderland on Saturday.

Alex McLeish has revealed that he has been hounded by agents since new owner Carson Yeung completed his Birmingham takeover.

City are rumoured to be eyeing a deal to bring Emile Heskey back to St. Andrew's if the striker decides to quit rivals Aston Villa.

Alex McLeish has issued a rally cry to the Blues fans to get right behind the team ahead of Carson Yeung's first home game as owner.

Birmingham are reportedly lining up a £3 million move for Tottenham defender Gareth Bale when the transfer window reopens.

Christian Benitez has been warned about his future conduct by Blues boss Alex McLeish after returning late from international duty.

David Gold has revealed that he could still have a part to play in Birmingham's future under the new owners at St Andrews.

Birmingham and Sunderland are both said to be showing an interest in Aston Villa midfielder Craig Gardner.

Birmingham captain Lee Carsley admits boss Alex McLeish could find it hard to pull off transfer deals in January.

Birmingham boss Alex McLeish has cleared Liam Ridgewell of any intent after his challenge on Theo Walcott at the Emirates on Saturday.

Birmingham are said to be lining up a January swoop for Rangers striker Kris Boyd now that Alex McLeish has got some cash.

Arsenal moved into the top four after an easy victory over Birmingham with Andrey Arshavin making sure of the points at the death.

Birmingham are set to welcome back Cameron Jerome from injury when they take on Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium.

Birmingham boss Alex McLeish says he is not thinking about signing a new deal and is focused on keeping the club in the Premiership.

New Birmingham owner Carson Yeung will back boss Alex McLeish to the tune of up to £40m for new players in January.

David Gold is hopeful new owner Carson Yeung will end Birmingham's status as a yo-yo club and take Blues to "the next level".

Sheffield United could move for Stoke's Michael Tonge and Birmingham's Gary McSheffrey ahead of the trip to Scunthorpe.

New Birmingham City vice-chairman Sammy Yu says owner Carson Yeung 'will definitely' make funds available for Alex McLeish.

Birmingham City boss Alex McLeish is being tipped to make a fresh move to try and sign Rangers striker Kris Boyd in January.

Carson Yeung's representatives says they have been impressed by Alex McLeish after meeting with the Birmingham manager this week.

Blades boss Kevin Blackwell has confirmed his interest in out-of-favour Birmingham City forward Gary McSheffrey.

Damien Johnson says he hasn't thought about leaving Blues yet as speculation mounts that he could soon be a loan target.

Blues goalkeeper Colin Doyle wants to secure a loan move after slipping down the pecking order at St Andrews.

Birmingham new boy Jay O'Shea admits he has been "shocked" at his presence in the first-team squad at St Andrew's.

Sheffield United could end Gary McSheffrey's reserve team exile with a move for the Birmingham City forward this week.

Former Birmingham City co-owner David Sullivan is being linked with a takeover bid at West Ham but he is saying little on the matter.

Blues keeper Joe Hart has been called up to the England squad as a replacement for Blackburn keeper Paul Robinson.

Carson Yeung has effectively completed his takeover of Birmingham after his company announced they had acquired over 90% of shares.

Boss Alex McLeish admits he cannot wait to splash the cash he'll be handed by new Birmingham owner Carson Yeung this week.

Alex McLeish has reacted furiously to questions about Birmingham's formation following their 2-1 defeat to Burnley.

Burnley maintained their 100% home record as they registered a fourth home victory of the season after success over Birmingham City.

Alex McLeish has revealed he is considering an approach from Sheffield United to take Gary McSheffrey on loan.

Ecuador striker Christian Benitez is expected to be missing from Birmingham's side for their game at Burnley on Saturday.

Birmingham chairman David Gold admits he wants to stay at the club but could look to invest elsewhere if he is forced out.

Boss Alex McLeish is confident Birmingham can cope without striker Christian Benitez against Burnley at Turf Moor.

Birmingham City are believed to be considering a January swap deal involving Garry O'Connor and Celtic's Aiden McGeady.

Maik Taylor will keep goal for Birmingham on Sunday as on-loan ace Joe Hart is unable to play against his parent club Manchester City.

Former Liverpool defender Gregory Vignal doesn't expect his old boss Gerard Houllier to replace Alex McLeish at Birmingham City.

Birmingham defender Liam Ridgewell has hit back at his critics who have blamed him for an injury to Arsenal star Theo Walcott.

Alex McLeish believes goalkeeper Joe Hart can force his way into England's World Cup plans - if he cuts out the mistakes.

Blues boss Alex McLeish believes Ecuadorian striker Christian Benitez can be a 'star' in England after his impressive displays to date.

Birmingham boss Alex McLeish is being linked with a bid for Rangers' striker Kris Boyd, who is out of contract in the summer.

Blues vice chairman Sammy Yu has denied any behind-the-scenes moves to replace Alex McLeish with Gerard Houllier.

Birmingham goal hero Liam Ridgewell has admitted he more than halved the recovery time for the broken leg he suffered in April.

Alex McLeish has told Christian Benitez to follow up his impressive performances for Birmingham with his first Premier League goals.

Former Liverpool boss Gerard Houllier is in line to replace Alex McLeish as Birmingham boss should Carson Yeung make changes.

Goals from Liam Ridgewell and James McFadden handed Birmingham a 2-1 win against Sunderland at St Andrews.

Defenders Franck Queudrue and Stuart Parnaby are in line to return as Birmingham entertain Sunderland on Saturday.

Alex McLeish has revealed that he has been hounded by agents since new owner Carson Yeung completed his Birmingham takeover.

City are rumoured to be eyeing a deal to bring Emile Heskey back to St. Andrew's if the striker decides to quit rivals Aston Villa.

Alex McLeish has issued a rally cry to the Blues fans to get right behind the team ahead of Carson Yeung's first home game as owner.

Birmingham are reportedly lining up a £3 million move for Tottenham defender Gareth Bale when the transfer window reopens.

Christian Benitez has been warned about his future conduct by Blues boss Alex McLeish after returning late from international duty.