Home » Football » EFL Championship

Birmingham City man unlikely to join Premier League side, reporter believes

Birmingham City could face a battle to keep hold of the defender this winter amid links with an exit to the Premier League.

By Harry Mail · The 72

Published: Thursday, 12 November 2026 at 9:53 AM

Key Things to Know

Reporter Alex Jones believes Ipswich Town is unlikely to pursue a January transfer for Phil Neumann.
The 29-year-old centre-back remains under contract with Birmingham City through June 2028.
Neumann has reportedly drawn interest from several clubs, including Hull City, Coventry City, and Nottingham Forest.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Ipswich Town reporter Alex Jones believes the Premier League club is unlikely to make a January move for Birmingham City defender Phil Neumann. The 29-year-old German centre-back has recently been linked with Ipswich Town alongside Hull City, Coventry City, Nottingham Forest, and Fiorentina.

Neumann remains under contract with Birmingham City until June 2028, meaning any interested suitor would have to pay a transfer fee. The Blues currently sit top of the Championship table under manager Chris Davies, and writer Harry Mail notes the club has little incentive to sell a key starter midway through the campaign.

Read the full article on The 72