Birmingham City has agreed a deal with Marcus Bignot to become the new Under-18s coach. The 51-year-old former right-back will return to the club where he managed Birmingham City Women.

What happened?

Marcus Bignot left his post as assistant manager at Swindon Town in May and is now set to join Birmingham City. He has previously expressed his desire to manage at the highest levels.

Why it matters for Birmingham City

The move comes after the Blues announced the appointment of Scott Sellars as their new 'senior pathway to professional and under-21s coach'. Bignot's experience as an assistant at both the U18 and U19 levels for England will be valuable to the team.

What comes next?

Bignot will likely hope the role at Birmingham City can springboard him into a different job. The Blues are currently 10th in the Championship, with 64 points from 46 games, and a recent form of DWWDW. Their goal difference is +1, with 57 scored and 56 conceded. They are 31 points behind leaders Coventry. | Category | Stat | | --- | --- | | League Standing | 10th | | Points | 64 | | Goal Difference | +1 | Bignot's appointment may be the start of a new era for Birmingham City's youth development.