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The Gary Rowett Revolution

Posted on May 21, 2015 by Rob Wildey

The Gary Rowett revolution is slowly but surely undertaking it’s summer overhaul. The Blues boss has gone on record to say that the budget ‘will not be lower than last season’ and that he feels he has adequate resource in which to continue the club’s upward spiral. Judging by Rowett’s signings last season, I would trust him to make the right calls again. The signings were shrewd and every single one played a part in turning the fortunes around.

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Not Spec-tacular but Jonathan Earns his keep at Birmingham City

Posted on May 6, 2015 by Rob Wildey

Versatility can be a useful attribute for a footballer, especially one with limited ability. And having a player that’s a decent enough performer in four positions is a real bonus for a manager. Jonathan Spector has been offered a new deal at Blues and my assumption is that Gary Rowett sees his versatile nature as a key brush in the make-up of his squad.

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Colin Doyle & Co head through Birmingham City Exit Door

Posted on May 5, 2015 by Rob Wildey

So, the summer overhaul begins. Gary Rowett has set the wheels in motion for a summer of change by revealing several first team players will not be getting new contracts. Of these players, Colin Doyle will be sadly missed as his 14 year spell at St. Andrew’s comes to an end.

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Do Birmingham City fans dare to dream?

Posted on May 4, 2015 by Rob Wildey

Paul Caddis’ goal in the dying minutes of the season ensured Blues’ place in the Championship. Exactly one year on, the contrast was evident as Blues bowed out with a 1-0 win on the same pitch, their third in four outings. I’m not sure what pleases me more – the fact Blues conceded only one solitary goal in their final four games, the fact that we won three of the last four (without conceding) or the tenth place finish. The latter was a miracle and capped off an excellent turn around by Gary Rowett and his troops.

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Robbo has Earned his New Deal at Blues

Posted on May 1, 2015 by Rob Wildey

It’s not often that I will praise Blues for offering a 36 year-old a new deal. However, Paul Robinson has, without a doubt, earned this 12 month contract. Yes, his performances haven’t been as solid as they once were, partly to do with him coming towards the end of his career and in football I don’t do sentiment so believe you can’t keep a player on based on past performances. But Robbo is absolutely vital to Gary Rowett’s functioning of the club in the dressing room – and that’s been said by Rowett himself.

Robbo has heart and clearly cares about the club but it’s off the pitch is where he can now make a real difference. The young players in the squad have benefitted time and time again this season by having an experienced arm around their shoulder. In Football, that is priceless. And while Robbo will not play many games next term, he makes for a good back-up option in the event of injuries and suspensions.

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