Midfielder Paik Seung-ho continues his pursuit of a promotion with Birmingham City following the club’s formal announcement that Tom Brady has divested his stake in the team.
The decision, confirmed by the club on Nov. 10, marks the end of the NFL legend’s formal involvement in the ownership group after his arrival in 2023.
Tom Brady departs Birmingham City ownership
Birmingham City officially announced that Brady has concluded his tenure as a minority owner, Sports Chosun reported. The club expressed gratitude for the former quarterback’s contribution over the past three years, noting his commitment since the Knighthead investment group acquired the team. Brady, who held a 3.3% stake and served on the advisory board, assisted in the club’s management following his retirement from professional football.
“The club expresses its sincere gratitude to Tom Brady for his dedication and unwavering support for the club over the past three years,” Birmingham City said in its release. The team credited his passion and experience for their growth and stated they look forward to continuing their development from the training ground to the local community.
Birmingham City leads the Championship standings
The transition in ownership comes as Birmingham City holds the top position in the EFL Championship. Following a 2-1 victory over Swansea City at St. Andrew’s @ Knighthead Park on Nov. 8, the club reached 29 points and moved to first place in the league. They currently sit in first place on goal difference, level with Middlesbrough and Stoke City after 15 rounds of play.
Birmingham Live characterized the current league standing as a result of the long-term vision established by the Knighthead consortium since they took control in July 2023. Manager Chris Davies acknowledged the achievement, telling Sports Chosun, “To be at the very top of the league is a really great thing.”
Paik Seung-ho eyes Premier League promotion
For South Korean international Paik Seung-ho, the remainder of the season presents a path to top-flight football in England. Paik has faced limited playing time during the early portion of the campaign due to injury setbacks. While he has recently returned to the squad, his role in the starting lineup remains subject to tactical decisions by Davies as the club maintains its promotion push.
As the club transitions following Brady’s exit, the focus is on the upcoming Championship fixtures as they defend their position at the top of the table.
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