Source: FOOTYMAD
Birmingham boss promises 'strong squad'
Alex McLeish will mix and match his options for Blues' two weekend friendlies Saturday's game against Derby County is followed by Sunday's trip to Sixfields for Northampton's final pre-season fixture before the big League Two kick-off. Last season's Premier League surprise package, Birmingham will be looking to build on the three victories they notched up on a recent tour of the far east and boss McLeish will take every opportunity to look at his squad before the top-flight campaign begins on August 14, with two more games next week. "There will be a strong squad for all four first team friendlies - Derby, Northampton, MK Dons and Mallorca," McLeish told his club's official website. "I'll mix things up a bit. I have good options for each position and everyone will get a chance to stake their claim."
