“Can’t see this happening” – Pundit issues Birmingham City transfer verdict amid Stoke City interest

Despite multiple long-term injury problems, Bielik has been a Championship regular for years with Derby County and his current club, Birmingham. Surprisingly, he has stayed with the Blues in League One this season as they appear to be headed back to the second division at the first attempt. Although the Potters have had a slow transfer month, manager Mark Robins will be working nonstop to bolster his team as the deadline draws near.

Given his squad’s injury and form problems and Stoke’s current relegation battle in 20th place, it is not surprising that Bielik has been linked to a move to the bet365 Stadium this week. Versatile players who can play in both midfield and central defense are expected to be on the agenda. Eleven times Bielik, a Polish international, joined the Blues permanently from Derby County in 2022. He has managed to avoid serious injuries for the last two seasons, and after his outstanding performances despite their relegation the previous season, new head coach Chris Davies duly appointed him club captain before this season began.

With 26 appearances across all competitions and 18 league starts, he has contributed significantly to Birmingham’s champions-elect campaign thus far. However, a recent short-term injury has taken him out of the team, and he has only played off the bench in his past three games. Bielik is on Stoke’s transfer radar ahead of next Monday’s deadline, according to TEAMtalk reporter Fraser Fletcher via X. However, Carlton Palmer, a former Premier League player and current pundit, does not anticipate the Blues authorizing his St. Andrew’s departure anytime soon, despite the fact that his quality, versatility, and leadership values make him stand out in the third division.

“Krystian Bielik, a midfielder for Birmingham City, is a target for Stoke City, but I don’t see the Blues letting him go,” Palmer told FLW. With two games remaining, the Blues are two points ahead of Wycombe at the top of the League One standings. They are now in the air.When Krystian was brought up, Birmingham manager Chris Davies gave the sense that he wasn’t a player who would be moving anytime soon. He is gradually returning to play after missing time due to a minor injury. Regaining promotion to the Championship for the upcoming season is the goal.I don’t think this will happen, and I don’t think Birmingham will let him go. They are making significant progress toward their goal of returning to the Championship.

“Davies has stated unequivocally that he would not want to let go of Bielik, and for good reason. He is a gifted musician.I don’t believe the manager of Birmingham City will consider it. He may be trying to recruit players, but I don’t think he’s looking at anyone leaving the team.Bielik is seen as an essential member of Davies’ squad, so I don’t see him joining Stoke.Given Chris Davies’ prior unwillingness to let players leave unless a successor is found, it would be shocking to see Birmingham, who presently lead League One, cut any first-team regulars so late in this transfer window.

Before his team’s midweek trip to Huddersfield Town on Tuesday night, manager Davies gave an update on Bielik’s fitness. The 27-year-old is expected to play a significant role for the remainder of this season, which highlights how difficult it could be for the Potters to sign him anytime soon. Bielik was sidelined for two games at the beginning of this month due to injury. “He’s doing great. Davies told Birmingham’s club media channels, “Like a few of them, they’ve had injuries, a couple weeks out, and then we’re bringing them back into games before they’ve had much training so they’re almost getting fit through playing the games.”

“He’s had a cameo role against Exeter then he’s had another short period against Wrexham.”He’s getting stronger, but he hasn’t received the occasionally required training. However, he is healthy, available, and prepared to play, and he will be a crucial member of our team in the future.” With Bielik expected to at least finish the season at St Andrews, Birmingham fans can probably relax as Monday’s deadline draws nearer because those words don’t seem like they come from a head coach who would be pleased to see his club captain go so late in the January window. Given their current financial status and the likely high fee that Blues would demand to snatch him from B9 this week, Stoke may have to move on from pursuing his services soon, even though they desperately need a new addition like the Polish international to help them survive in the Championship this season.

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