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Birmingham City Captain Christoph Klarer Signs New Deal Through 2029

The extension signals a focus on retaining leaders during the owners' stadium push.

Overview

  • Birmingham City announced a two-year extension for Christoph Klarer that runs to 2029.
  • The agreement comes a day after goalkeeper Ryan Allsop extended his contract to 2028, reinforcing a retention drive.
  • At 25, the captain is the only Blues player to have played every minute of their first 15 Championship matches this season.
  • Klarer said the club’s ambitious ownership and the chance to work under manager Chris Davies were decisive factors.
  • The signing aligns with the club’s Sports Quarter plans, with a stadium design unveiling in Digbeth on Thursday and a proposed 62,000-seat venue targeted for 2030.