Birmingham City 'part company' with manager Harry Redknapp

Birmingham City have announced that the club have parted company with their manager Harry Redknapp after 6 straight losses.

It follows a 3-1 defeat to Preston North End at St Andrew's on Saturday (16 Sept).

The 70-year-old took charge of the club in April after the resignation of Gianfranco Zola.

Under his management, BCFC won their final two games to avoid relegation on the final day.

The Championship side signed 14 players during the summer transfer window.

Lee Carsley, Blues Head Professional Development Coach, will step in as Caretaker Manager.

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In a statement on their website the club said:

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