Birmingham City's Patrick Roberts has been an unused substitute in the team's last seven games, sparking transfer speculation. The 25-year-old winger has been linked with a move away from St. Andrew's after being overlooked by manager Chris Davies. Roberts has been a marginalised figure in the shadow of Carlos Vicente, who has taken a shine to the £7million signing from Deportivo Alaves in January. Vicente has become Davies' first choice right-winger, leaving Roberts on the sidelines. The 25-year-old has now gone seven games without a competitive minute for the Blues, and his future at the club is uncertain. According to transfer journalist Alan Nixon, Roberts is wanted by Blackburn Rovers, who are managed by ex-Blues boss Tony Mowbray. Mowbray worked with Roberts at Sunderland, and the two have a good relationship. However, it remains to be seen whether Rovers can match the contract Blues handed Roberts when they signed him permanently in January. The deal would create a problem for the Blues, who would need to sign a replacement for Roberts. This would be a significant challenge, especially given the team's need for a left-winger. League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 10th in Championship, 64 pts, 17W-13D-16L from 46 games, recent form DWWDW. Goals this season: 57 scored, 56 conceded (+1 goal difference). Title race: 31 points behind leaders Coventry.
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Birmingham City's Transfer Woes: Patrick Roberts' Uncertain Future
Birmingham City's Patrick Roberts faces an uncertain future after being an unused substitute for the seventh successive game. Chris Davies' preference for Carlos Vicente has left Roberts on the sidelines, sparking transfer speculation.
