Birmingham City manager Chris Davies has six to eight Championship games to save his job this season, sources told Football Insider on 22 July 2026. The Blues sit 10th with 64 points from 46 games and a recent run of two wins and three draws, but their US owners want the side in the top six after eight matches to chase promotion.
What’s the new deadline for Chris Davies at Birmingham City?
Davies, 41, faces a clear ultimatum: hit the top six after eight matches or face the sack. The club missed the 2025-26 play-offs by nine points, though Davies kept his job despite heavy pressure. Birmingham’s owners have backed him with big spending this summer, including the arrival of Dael Fry, but ambition now demands instant returns.
Can Birmingham City still push for promotion this season?
The task is steep. Wolves, West Ham United and Burnley are expected to dominate after relegation, while Middlesbrough and Millwall lurk just below. Birmingham’s late-season uptick in form could help, but the new playoff spots-now open to seventh and eighth-might offer a lifeline if momentum carries over.
What’s next for Jay Stansfield at Birmingham City?
Jay Stansfield remains a key asset for Birmingham City, tied to a contract until 2031 with a £25million asking price. Everton and Sunderland have shown interest, but Birmingham are relaxed over his future this window. The Toffees have other attacking targets, while Sunderland are still weighing options-so Stansfield’s next club remains uncertain.
League standing: 10th in Championship, 64 pts, 17W-13D-16L from 46 games, recent form DWWDW.
