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Blues Boss Trashes Euro Talk

Blues Boss Trashes Euro Talk

Manager Alex McLeish is confident his summer signings will enhance Birmingham but slammed talk of reaching Europe as "nonsense". 2 Sep 2010
Foster Will Challenge Hart - McLeish

Foster Will Challenge Hart - McLeish

BIRMINGHAM boss Alex McLeish believes Ben Foster will provide a stern challenge to Joe Hart for the goalkeeping jersey in England's opening Euro 2012 qualifiers against Bulgaria and Switzerland next month after his stunning display in today's 2-1 victory over Blackburn. 22 Aug 2010
McLeish: O'Connor Still Has Work to Do

McLeish: O'Connor Still Has Work to Do

BOSS Alex McLeish has stressed Garry O'Connor still faces a battle to get back into first-team contention despite seeing the striker grab a late winner in Birmingham's 3-2 win over a Hong Kong XI today. 18 Jul 2010
McLeish Keen To Complete Summer Spending

McLeish Keen To Complete Summer Spending

BIRMINGHAM manager Alex McLeish admitted he was anxious to complete his summer transfer business as soon as possible to avoid a deadline-day scramble to strengthen his squad. 17 Jul 2010
McLeish Close To Contract Extension

McLeish Close To Contract Extension

MANAGER Alex McLeish revealed he is close to signing a new contract to remain at Birmingham City. 17 Jul 2010
McLeish Won't Sign Chinese Players to Make Money

McLeish Won't Sign Chinese Players to Make Money

BIRMINGHAM manager Alex McLeish insists he would never sign an Asian player purely as a marketing tool but hopes president Carson Yeung's Hong Kong connections can benefit the club in the future. 16 Jul 2010
McLeish Tips Foster to Be Blues Hit

McLeish Tips Foster to Be Blues Hit

Alex McLeish believes Ben Foster can make the same impact at Birmingham as Joe Hart managed last season after completing his £6million switch from Manchester United. 22 May 2010
McLeish Warns Players Over Next Season

McLeish Warns Players Over Next Season

Birmingham manager Alex McLeish has challenged his players to prove they are not one-season wonders. 22 Apr 2010
No Second Loan for Benitez - McLeish

No Second Loan for Benitez - McLeish

Birmingham boss Alex McLeish has dismissed the chances of signing striker Christian Benitez on loan for a second season. 17 Apr 2010
McLeish Plans to Dent City's Euro Hopes

McLeish Plans to Dent City's Euro Hopes

BIRMINGHAM manager Alex McLeish has warned Manchester City that his team are out to derail their bid to qualify for the Champions League. 10 Apr 2010
McLeish Dismisses Claims of Player Disharmony

McLeish Dismisses Claims of Player Disharmony

Birmingham boss Alex McLeish has dismissed reports of dressing room disharmony at St Andrew's as "absolute rubbish". 7 Apr 2010
McLeish Keen for Boyd Reunion

McLeish Keen for Boyd Reunion

Alex McLeish insists Rangers striker Kris Boyd wants to play under him again at Birmingham as he challenged his current players to stay unbeaten for the remainder of the season. 4 Apr 2010
McLeish: Rafa Will Be In Demand

McLeish: Rafa Will Be In Demand

BIRMINGHAM boss Alex McLeish has told Rafael Benitez he will not be short of offers if the Spaniard's days in charge of Liverpool are numbered ahead of Sunday's home Barclays Premier League clash with the Reds. 3 Apr 2010
McLeish Warns Benitez Over Diving

McLeish Warns Benitez Over Diving

Birmingham manager Alex McLeish has warned recalled striker Christian Benitez to cut out the diving ahead of Saturday's home meeting with Everton. 12 Mar 2010
McLeish Reveals Foreign Ownership Fear

McLeish Reveals Foreign Ownership Fear

Alex McLeish fears for the future of British managers as the number of foreign investors in the Barclays Premier League continues to grow. 9 Mar 2010
McLeish Plots Spending Spree to Survive Long Term

McLeish Plots Spending Spree to Survive Long Term

Alex McLeish has warned he will need to undertake a major spending spree this summer if Birmingham are to consolidate their position in the Barclays Premier League. 9 Mar 2010