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McLeish still wants Adam at Birmingham

January 10, 2011
Charlie Adam has been instrumental in Blackpool's fine showing in the Premier League © PA Photos
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Birmingham City boss Alex McLeish is expected to continue his pursuit of Blackpool skipper Charlie Adam.

City are understood to have had an initial offer, believed to be around £2 million, rejected for the play-maker.

Blackpool boss Ian Holloway insisted they had no intention of letting any players go this month.

"We are a well-run club, we have got no reason to sell anyone; in fact we want to add in this window not lose anyone," Holloway said.

But that will not stop McLeish maintaining his interest as he closes in on the loan signing of David Bentley from Tottenham, subject to him completing a medical.

McLeish also remains optimistic Rangers striker Kenny Miller will move to St Andrew's, despite reports that he has rejected the move.

The former Scotland boss said: "We are delighted David has chose us because there were half a dozen other clubs interested and he is a quality player.

"As for Kenny, he's not said yes or no. He's not knocked us back as some reports have suggested. Let's wait and see.''

Meanwhile, Birmingham midfielder Michel is wanted by AEK Athens in a loan deal until the end of the season. Michel has been unable to earn a first-team spot since his £3 million move from Sporting Gijon 12 months ago.

MIchel was left out in favour of youngster Jordon Mutch for Saturday's FA Cup tie with Millwall, indicating how far the Spaniard has fallen down the club's pecking order. Mutch had only just returned from a loan spell at Watford.

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