The summer transfer window opened on Monday, and Birmingham City face a significant squad rebuild ahead of the 2026/27 Championship season. So far, the club has secured a permanent deal for Jhon Solis, turning last season's loan from Girona into a four-year contract for a reported £6 million. While rumours swirl around current players like Marvin Ducksch and Bright Osayi-Samuel, a transfer reset may be on the cards after last summer's business.
Podcast Identifies Targets Across the Division
The Keep Right On podcast, featuring Alex Dicken, Brian Dick, and Ryan Deeney, has scoured the Championship to identify potential 'realistic' targets from each of Blues' 23 rivals. Here are their selections, with a call for fan feedback.
Blackburn Rovers: Tom Atcheson
Ryan Deeney picks 19-year-old centre back Tom Atcheson, who broke into Blackburn's first team towards the end of last season.
Bolton Wanderers: Ibrahim Cissokho
Brian Dick selects winger Ibrahim Cissokho, who spent last season on loan with play-off winners Bolton. The Toulouse man has Championship experience with Plymouth Argyle and Sheffield Wednesday.
Bristol City: Ross McCrorie
Brian Dick opts for Ross McCrorie, a tall, powerful right back who can also play central defender and is effective in the opposition box.
Burnley: Jaydon Banel
Brian Dick picks young winger Jaydon Banel, who impressed during the second half of last season on loan at Derby County, though he may feature in Burnley's 2026/27 plans.
Cardiff City: Rubin Colwill
Ryan Deeney selects attacking midfielder Rubin Colwill, noting his size and footwork. He also highlights centre back Dylan Lawler as a potential star, though he may move to bigger clubs.
Charlton Athletic: Kayne Ramsay
Alex Dicken chooses Kayne Ramsay, a defender he rated highly when Blues were in League One, calling him one of the best defensive right backs in that division and last season in the Championship. Forward-cum-wing back Tyreece Campbell was also considered.
Derby County: Jacob Widell Zetterström
Brian Dick identifies goalkeeper Jacob Widell Zetterström as a costly but high-ceiling option for Blues, who need a new front-line keeper.
Lincoln City: Reeco Hackett
Alex Dicken recalls Hackett missing a penalty against Blues in a 3-1 League One game. Last season, the wide player achieved 22 goals and assists, though Dicken does not recommend Blues sign him.
Middlesbrough: Dael Fry
Alex Dicken picks centre back Dael Fry as a more realistic option than midfielder Aidan Morris. Fry is experienced at this level, plays left side despite being right-footed.
Millwall: Billy Mitchell
Ryan Deeney loves central midfielder Billy Mitchell, a player who consistently catches his eye with his midfield work and duel-winning ability.
Norwich City: Mohamed Toure
Alex Dicken selects Mohamed Toure, who joined Norwich from Danish side Randers in January and scored nine goals with three assists in 11 league games in the second half of the season, though he may be unrealistic.
Portsmouth: Josh Murphy
Brian Dick picks Josh Murphy, a 31-year-old left winger with a proven creative record, over right back Terry Devlin, Portsmouth's most marketable asset.
Preston North End: Ben Whiteman
Ryan Deeney chooses Ben Whiteman, a midfielder who has performed at this level for years, controlling matches and impressing against Blues in October.
Queens Park Rangers: Rumarn Burrell
Brian Dick selects striker Rumarn Burrell, who scored 10 goals last season before a January injury. He is described as quick with a very high ceiling.
Sheffield United: Callum O'Hare
Alex Dicken picks Callum O'Hare, a controversial choice. In five of the last six Championship seasons, he has achieved a minimum of 10 combined goals and assists; in the sixth, he was injured. Dicken calls him a proven player at this level.
Southampton: Ross Stewart
Brian Dick selects free agent Ross Stewart, a Scotland international striker who failed to agree terms with Southampton. He is big, powerful, and has an eye for goal.
Stoke City: Viktor Johansson
Ryan Deeney picks goalkeeper Viktor Johansson, admitting it may be unrealistic but calling him one of the best in the Championship and a definite need for Blues.
Swansea City: Marko Stamenic
Ryan Deeney selects central midfielder Marko Stamenic, who had a good season at Swansea after joining from Nottingham Forest. He is currently at the World Cup with New Zealand.
Watford: Giorgi Chakvetadze
Alex Dicken picks Giorgi Chakvetadze, who was fantastic against Blues in a 3-0 win in January, rinsing them in the first half. He can play central midfield or No. 10.
West Bromwich Albion: Aune Heggebo
Brian Dick selects powerful centre forward Aune Heggebo, who led the line for the Baggies and, at 24, has time on his side.
West Ham United: James Ward-Prowse
Ryan Deeney picks experienced central midfielder James Ward-Prowse, who does not seem part of Nuno Espirito Santo's plans. He is excellent at set-pieces.
Wolverhampton Wanderers: Adam Armstrong
Alex Dicken selects forward Adam Armstrong, who may have to fight for his place after Wolves signed Raul Jimenez. Armstrong had 36 goals and assists in his last full Championship season, described as a cheat code at this level.
Wrexham: Josh Windass
Ryan Deeney picks Josh Windass as an easy option, a No. 10 who is good at dropping in, linking play, and offers a goal threat, though Deeney is not buoyed by the idea of signing him.
Fans are encouraged to share their thoughts on these potential targets.
