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Birmingham City have a number nine problem to solve when August Priske returns from injury: Opinion

With August Priske's return from injury close, Birmingham City have a decision to make over Jay Stansfield's future as their number nine.

By Charlie Hodgson · The 72

Published: Saturday, 14 November 2026 at 9:15 AM

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Writer Charlie Hodgson argues Jay Stansfield should remain Birmingham City's central striker over returning August Priske.
Stansfield scored twice against Swansea City, including a late winner, sending Birmingham to the top of the Championship.
The 23-year-old record signing has now scored more than 50 total goals for Birmingham City.

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Writer Charlie Hodgson argues Birmingham City manager Chris Davies should keep Jay Stansfield as first-choice striker even when August Priske returns from injury. Stansfield recently scored twice against Swansea City, including an 87th-minute winner, to send Birmingham top of the Championship table. The 23-year-old forward has surpassed 50 goals for the club.

Hodgson highlights that Stansfield has produced 29 goals in 71 appearances as a central striker, compared to 12 in 46 outings as an attacking midfielder. Although top-scorer Priske is nearing fitness, Hodgson contends that Birmingham best maximize their record signing by keeping him leading the line.

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