Birmingham City is currently on the lookout for a new director of football following the news that Kieran Scott, head of football at Middlesbrough, has no intention of leaving his position. This search comes after Craig Gardner stepped down from his recruitment role earlier this month, a position he held for five years. The club is eager to fill this vacancy as they prepare for the upcoming season in the Championship. Scott was considered a strong candidate for the role at Birmingham City, but recent reports indicate that he is fully committed to Middlesbrough's plans for the summer transfer window. Middlesbrough, having missed out on promotion after their defeat to Hull City in the Championship play-off final, is expected to focus on strengthening their squad for another push next season. In addition to Scott, other names like Dan Ashworth and Kristjaan Speakman have been linked to the Birmingham City role, with Speakman having a history with the club's academy before his move to Sunderland. The ongoing search for a new director of football is crucial for Birmingham City as they aim to enhance their recruitment strategy and improve their performance in the Championship.