Birmingham City's squad has been given a comprehensive financial appraisal in the newly released Football Manager 2026, with several players commanding eight-figure valuations. The detailed in-game ratings offer a fascinating insight into the virtual market worth of Chris Davies's side.
From League One Champions to Mid-Table Contenders
Birmingham City stormed to the League One title earlier this year, securing promotion alongside Wrexham and Charlton Athletic. Under the guidance of manager Chris Davies, the club has adapted to life in the Championship and currently sits in 11th place after the first 15 fixtures.
The Blues are firmly in the mid-table mix, positioned just four points off the play-off places behind Hull City and Millwall. Their last outing before the international break was a narrow 2-1 away defeat to Middlesbrough. Attention now turns to their next challenge, a home clash against Norwich City scheduled for Saturday, 22nd November.
Defensive Assets Command Premium Prices
Between the posts, on-loan Brighton goalkeeper James Beadle is valued between £10 million and £12 million on FM26. The young shot-stopper, who gained experience with Sheffield Wednesday last season, is the club's first-choice keeper, with Ryan Allsop providing cover.
In defence, centre-back Christoph Klarer emerges as the most expensive option. The Austrian, who made the switch to Birmingham in 2024 after playing in the Bundesliga 2 for Fortuna Dusseldorf, is now a key player and carries a price tag in the region of £11.5 million to £14 million.
The summer signing of wing-back Bright Osayi-Samuel, whose contract at Fenerbahçe expired, is reflected in his valuation of around £4.6 million to £6.6 million. The dynamic defender is noted for his ability to contribute effectively on the flank.
Midfield and Attacking Talent Worth Millions
The engine room of the team boasts significant value, with the midfield pair of Paik Seung-ho and Tomoki Iwata valued between £9.4 million to £14 million and £8.2 million to £9.6 million respectively. Both are considered important figures for Davies.
However, the standout valuation in the squad belongs to Wolves loanee Tommy Doyle. The game suggests it would cost a whopping £16.5 million to £23 million to secure his services on a permanent deal.
Further forward, the club's investment in striker Jay Stansfield is mirrored in the game. Signed from Fulham, he is priced between £13 million and £15.5 million and is flagged as a player with significant potential for future growth.
Despite reported struggles since his move from Celtic, Japanese forward Kyogo Furuhashi still retains a respectable valuation in the £11 million to £13 million range, indicating his perceived quality within the FM26 database.
Complete Birmingham City FM26 Player Values
Goalkeepers: Ryan Allsop (£100k - £1.1m), James Beadle (£10m - £12m)
Defenders: Phil Neumann (£9.4m - £13m), Eiran Cashin (£7.4m - £8.6m), Christoph Klarer (£11.5m - £14m), Jack Robinson (‘Not for Sale’), Alfons Sampsted (£200k - £2m), Ethan Laird (£4.6m - £6.2m), Bright Osayi-Samuel (£4.6m - £6.6m), Lee Buchanan (£220k - £4.3m), Alex Cochrane (£750k - £3.6m)
Midfielders: Paik Seung-ho (£9.4m - £14m), Tommy Doyle (£16.5m - £23m), Marc Leonard (£1.3m - £7.8m), Tomoki Iwata (£8.2m - £9.6m), Kanji Fujimoto (£650k - £3.4m), Keshi Anderson (£1.6m), Scott Wright (£2.3m - £4.4m), Patrick Roberts (£4.3m - £5.2m), Demarai Gray (£13.5m - £16.5m)
Forwards: Lyndon Dykes (£1.1m), Marvin Ducksch (‘Not for Sale’), Lewis Koumas (£6.8m - £9.8m), Jay Stansfield (£13m - £15.5m), Kyogo Furuhashi (£11m - £13m)
