Birmingham City are considering an approach to Championship rivals Bristol City for midfielder Max Bird this summer. According to BirminghamLive, the 25-year-old is being targeted by the Blues as they seek reinforcements in the middle of the park. Bird is now in the final year of his current contract at Bristol City, which has opened the door for a potential exit from Ashton Gate. The former Derby County player made the move to the Robins in the summer of 2024 on a three-year deal, after an initial loan move earlier that year, and his contract is now set to expire in 2027. Due to a calf injury that kept him out of the entire first half of the season, Bird made just 15 appearances in the Championship for Bristol City in 2025-26, including only four starts, and Bird could now be set for an exit from the Robins before the transfer market shuts on September 1.

What happened? Birmingham City are plotting a transfer raid on Bristol City for midfielder Max Bird ahead of the September 1 deadline. The 25-year-old's contract is set to expire in 2027, and he has made just 15 appearances in the Championship for Bristol City in 2025-26.

Why it matters for Bristol City Bristol City's loss could be Birmingham City's gain as the Blues seek to strengthen their midfield ahead of the new season. Bird's experience in the Championship could be a valuable asset for the Blues.

What comes next? The transfer market is set to shut on September 1, and Birmingham City will need to act quickly if they are to secure the signing of Max Bird. League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 12th in Championship, 62 pts, 17W-11D-18L from 46 games, recent form WLDLD. Goals this season: 59 scored, 59 conceded (0 goal difference). Title race: 33 points behind leaders Coventry. Last result: Bristol City 2-0 Stoke City (2026-05-02). Recent form (last 5): 2W-1D-2L (WWLLD, most recent first); on a 2-game winning run. Next fixture: vs Bolton (away, 2026-10-31).