Birmingham City has reportedly received a significant fee of £3 million from the transfer of young talent Romelle Donovan to Premier League club Brentford. This information comes according to journalist Dom Smith. The exact details regarding potential sell-on clauses or add-ons included in the agreement are currently unclear.
Blues are preparing for a return to the Championship after experiencing a highly successful, record-breaking campaign in League One last season following their relegation.
Manager Chris Davies and the club`s hierarchy are looking to further strengthen the squad ahead of the new season, while also identifying players deemed surplus to requirements.
For instance, midfielder Marc Leonard is reportedly attracting interest from several Championship clubs, with Birmingham open to the possibility of a loan move for him.
Meanwhile, 18-year-old Romelle Donovan has now finalized his permanent switch to Brentford. He spent a decade developing in Birmingham’s academy and made ten senior appearances for the club before his departure.
Brentford initially brought Donovan in on loan for their B team during the winter transfer window. He made a significant impact, registering ten goals and eleven assists in just 15 appearances. The Bees have now secured the versatile attacker on a long-term basis, signing him to a five-year contract at the Gtech Community Stadium.
While losing a highly-rated young player is not ideal for Birmingham City, the £3 million fee provides valuable funds that can be reinvested to improve the squad with new signings as they aim to compete effectively in the Championship.
Heading into the new campaign with considerable momentum under manager Davies, following their impressive League One performance, Birmingham City has high expectations. Time will ultimately reveal whether they will face a Brentford side featuring Donovan in the Premier League sometime in the future.
