Birmingham City Join Race For Super Eagles Midfielder Frank Onyeka
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By Sedara Philip
Birmingham City have stepped up their transfer activity by entering the race for Brentford and Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka, as interest continues to build ahead of the upcoming transfer window.
The Blues have joined fellow Sky Bet Championship sides Coventry City and Sheffield United in monitoring the situation of the experienced Nigerian international, who could be on the move after several seasons in the Premier League.
Brentford are understood to be open to sanctioning a sale and have reportedly placed an £8 million valuation on the 28-year-old midfielder.
With Onyeka entering a key phase of his career, the Bees are believed to be weighing their options as they look to reshape their squad while balancing financial sustainability.
Onyeka has earned a reputation as a high-energy, hard-working central midfielder, admired for his ball-winning ability, tactical awareness, and relentless pressing style.
His physicality and discipline have made him a reliable option both as a defensive shield and as a box-to-box presence capable of breaking up play and driving his team forward.
Since joining Brentford from Danish side FC Midtjylland, Onyeka has featured prominently in the club’s rise and consolidation in the Premier League, gaining valuable top-flight experience.
Although competition for places has limited his regular starts at times, he remains highly regarded for his professionalism and impact when called upon.
Championship clubs are now circling, viewing Onyeka as a proven Premier League performer who could bring leadership, intensity, and stability to their midfield units in a demanding promotion race.
Birmingham City, in particular, are keen to add steel and experience to their squad as they push for improved fortunes and long-term ambition.
On the international stage, Onyeka continues to play a key role for Nigeria’s Super Eagles, offering energy and balance in midfield during major tournaments and qualification campaigns.
His pedigree at both club and country level further strengthens his appeal in the transfer market.
With multiple suitors monitoring developments, Brentford’s stance and Onyeka’s personal ambitions are expected to shape the next phase of the transfer saga in the coming weeks.
Sedara Philip is a Sports writer, an administrator,Journalist,and editor
