Bruce 'surprise' at Mido deal

Birmingham manager Steve Bruce has revealed the chance to sign Mido on a permanent deal from Tottenham came as “a bit of a surprise”.

Sat, 21 Jul, 2007 - 09:40

Birmingham manager Steve Bruce has revealed the chance to sign Mido on a permanent deal from Tottenham came as “a bit of a surprise”.

The Blues confirmed yesterday they had agreed a £6m fee for the Egyptian striker with Spurs, while reports today suggest Mido’s compatriot and club-mate Hossam Ghaly is also to join City in a £3m deal.

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