Alexander Hleb today insisted Blues would not be sucked into a relegation battle, writes Colin Tattum in the Birmingham Mail.

Blues have to forget about judging themselves on last season's exploits and live in the present to sort themselves out, Liam Ridgewell stresses in the Birmingham Mail

Manager Alex McLeish explained why Alexander Hleb dropped deeper than Blues wanted in the first half against Everton, writes Colin Tattum in the Birmingham Mail

Alex McLeish has told his new foreign contingent to get with the programme and become Brits, writes Colin Tattum in the Birmingham Mail

Garry O'Connor say he is confident that he has put his injury problems behind him ahead of the new season.

Peter Pannu has said that whilst Blues are pleased with the signings they have made so far they are still working hard to enhance the squad.

James McFadden has warned Blues to be on their guard next season, writes Colin Tattum in the Birmingham Mail

Stephen Carr says that with Villa needing a win to stay in the running for a Champions League spot, the pressure will be on Martin O'Neill's side in Sunday's derby game at Villa Park.

Midfielder Swedish Larsson says he is still hopeful of concluding a new deal with Blues.