Just In: Another Transfer Disappointment For Birmingham City

Birmingham City’s summer transfer window prospects could change depending on a crucial development at Sunderland.

Blues, who are still without a manager following Tony Mowbray’s departure, are poised for quite the exodus under whoever takes over the dugout. Several players have already left the club as their contracts and loans expired, and more are expected to leave due to the reduction in division.

Transfer business, as well as finances, will be critical in determining Birmingham’s chances of regaining promotion to the Championship. Sunderland could have a role in how much budget the Blues have to work with as Jobe Bellingham’s decision approaches.

The Birmingham academy product is attracting serious interest from a number of Premier League clubs and could make a big money move in the coming months. Blues’ £3 million sale last year surprised many because of the cheap fee, but the contract included a 15% sell-on provision.

Jobe, Jude Bellingham’s younger brother, has been heavily connected with Crystal Palace, Tottenham Hotspur, and Brentford in recent weeks. According to reports, a cost of roughly £20 million might be enough to sign the teenager, perhaps earning the Blues an additional £3 million.

Interest from across Europe, notably Champions League runners-up Borussia Dortmund, may spark a bidding war, making a sale more appealing. Birmingham, who are keeping a tight eye on Bellingham, could benefit if he stays because his worth could rise even more ahead of a move away.