Birmingham City Plot Transfer Move for Real Oviedo's Aaron Escandell
Birmingham City are reportedly set to sign Real Oviedo's Aaron Escandell, with the club confident they can trigger his €5m release clause. The 30-year-old goalkeeper has impressed in La Liga, posting 10 clean sheets in 36 appearances.
Why it Matters for Birmingham City
The signing of Escandell would be a significant coup for Birmingham City, who are looking to strengthen their goalkeeping options ahead of the new season. With the club's current shot-stoppers, Ryan Allsop and Brad Mayo, the addition of Escandell would provide much-needed depth and competition for the starting spot.
What Comes Next?
Birmingham City are expected to make a move for Escandell in the coming weeks, with the club's owners, Knighthead Capital Management, willing to spend big to bring in top talent. With the transfer window still open, it remains to be seen whether Birmingham City can secure the signing of Escandell and strengthen their squad for the new season.
As of today, Birmingham City are sitting 10th in the Championship, with 64 points from 46 games, and a recent form of DWWDW. They are 31 points behind leaders Coventry, and have scored 57 goals this season, while conceding 56. The club's manager, Chris Davies, has been working hard to strengthen the squad, and the signing of Escandell would be a key part of that. With the club's current goalkeeping options, Davies has been forced to rely on loan signings, but the addition of Escandell would provide much-needed stability and depth to the squad.
The signing of Escandell would also be a significant coup for Birmingham City, who are looking to return to the Premier League after a 15-year exile. With the club's owners, Knighthead Capital Management, willing to spend big to bring in top talent, it remains to be seen whether Birmingham City can secure the signing of Escandell and strengthen their squad for the new season.
