Birmingham City Defender Alfons Sampsted in Exit Talks as Squad Overhaul Continues
Birmingham City are poised to part ways with defender Alfons Sampsted, with the Icelandic full-back currently in discussions to secure a move away from the club. This development comes as part of an ongoing squad clear-out at St Andrew's, following the team's relegation to League One.
Potential Move to Dutch Football
Reports emerging from The Netherlands suggest that Sampsted could be set to join Eredivisie side Go Ahead Eagles. The 27-year-old, who arrived at Birmingham City from Dutch club Twente in the summer of 2024, has struggled to establish himself as a regular starter during his time with the Blues.
Since his transfer, Sampsted has managed just 31 appearances across a season-and-a-half, with only ten of those coming as starts. His limited impact on the pitch has always made his long-term future at the club appear uncertain, and he now looks likely to become the latest player to depart during this transitional period.
Continuing Squad Clear-Out
The potential departure of Sampsted follows a series of exits from Birmingham City's squad as the club reshapes its playing staff. Recent weeks have seen the departures of several players including:
- Dion Sanderson
- Emil Hansson
- Lyndon Dykes
- Keshi Anderson
Notably, the latter three players were part of the League One squad from which Birmingham City are now actively moving on as they plan for the future. This clear-out represents a significant restructuring of the playing staff as the club adjusts to life in the third tier of English football.
Sampsted's Career Journey
The Icelandic international began his professional career with Breiðablik in his home country before making the move to Swedish side IFK Norrköping. His career then took him to Norwegian club Bodø/Glimt before his transfer to Twente in the Netherlands.
At international level, Sampsted has earned 23 caps for Iceland, representing his country on the global stage. His experience across multiple European leagues was seen as valuable when he initially joined Birmingham City, though his time at the club has ultimately proven to be brief.
As Birmingham City continue their squad overhaul, the potential departure of Alfons Sampsted represents another step in the club's rebuilding process. With discussions ongoing about his future, supporters will be watching closely to see where the Icelandic defender's career takes him next.
