McSheffrey set to join Blues

COVENTRY CITY striker Gary McSheffrey, prevented from representing Ireland by European red tape, looks likely to join Birmingham City this week.

Coventry turned down a £2 million (€2.9m) bid, as only £1.25m (€1.8m) was to be paid up front to the cash-strapped club, with the remainder dependant on appearances.

Birmingham boss Steve Bruce badly needs a goalscorer to replace Emile Heskey and will up his offer this week.