Charles N'Zogbia can expect a backlash from Birmingham City fans

24 September 2010 09:36
Hostile reception: Birmingham's Charles N'Zogbia[LNB]Alex McLeish believes Wigan winger Charles N'Zogbia will face a hostile reception from Birmingham fans at St. Andrew's.[LNB]N'Zogbia looked certain to join Blues last month after the two clubs agreed a £9million fee - but N'Zogbia asked for more money at the 11th hour and the deal collapsed.[LNB]McLeish joked: 'I think he will get a good welcome! You know what fans are like.[LNB]'It is part of the game and footballers have to take it on the chin and get on with it.'[LNB]Wigan boss Roberto Martinez praised N'Zogbia's application since the move fell through, and added: 'Charles has been a victim of a very unfair situation for players.[LNB]'The transfer window is a time when players need to think about their futures and that shouldn't be going on while the competition is going on.[LNB]'Once the window shut he was focused and wanted to help the team.'[LNB] Alex McLeish fears anniversary of Birmingham's year-long unbeaten run Birmingham City 3 MK Dons 1: Alexander Hleb stars as Blues cruise into next round BIRMINGHAM CITY FC

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