THE ONE THAT got away #football

Martin Braithwaite looks set to join Stoke City, and it's a move that has sparked plenty of debate among Birmingham City supporters. The question many Blues fans are asking is simple.. Why Stoke... and not Birmingham City? On the surface, Braithwaite appears to tick several boxes. He's an experienced international striker, has played at the highest level of European football, and knows where the goal is. With Birmingham still looking to strengthen their attacking options this summer, many expected his name to generate serious interest. But perhaps that's where the story changes. Has Birmingham City's recruitment strategy evolved beyond experienced, short-term signings? Under Knighthead and Chris Davies, the club appears to be building something much bigger than simply assembling a squad for the next season. Recent recruitment suggests a focus on younger players with development potential, resale value, athleticism and a long-term fit within the club's wider vision. So was Martin Braithwaite ever genuinely a target? As always, this is a discussion based on the latest available information together with my own analysis and opinion. Football transfers can move quickly, so circumstances may change. I'd genuinely like to hear what you think. Would you have signed Martin Braithwaite if the opportunity had been there? Or do you believe Birmingham City are right to focus on younger, higher-upside players as they continue building for the future? Leave your thoughts in the comments below—I read as many as I can and always enjoy hearing different opinions from fellow Blues supporters. If you've enjoyed the video, please give it a like, subscribe to the channel if you're new, and turn on notifications so you don't miss future Birmingham City news, transfer updates, analysis and discussion throughout the summer. Thanks for watching. Keep Right On! 💙 Or has Birmingham deliberately decided that this is the time to stop ch Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.lennybunch.com