Birmingham agree fee for Mido

Birmingham have agreed a £6million fee with Tottenham for Egyptian striker Mido

Birmingham have agreed a £6million fee with Tottenham for Egyptian striker Mido.  The 24-year-old former Roma player has yet to agree personal terms with the midlands club.

"Mido had been rumoured in the media to be joining the club on a season-long loan but Blues can confirm that they are looking to sign the former Ajax, Marseille and Roma hot shot on a permanent deal," a club statement read.

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