Birmingham City bring in International defender to help promotion push

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Birmingham City broke all kinds of spending records when they dropped into League One from the Championship. They are now beginning to craft a side for future success and have added some quality experience in the January window who will surely make an impact.

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00:00Birmingham City have completed the signing of experienced defender Grant Hanley from

00:07Norwich City.

00:08The 33-year-old arrives after mutually terminating the final six months of his contract with

00:14the Canaries, bringing his leadership and defensive acumen to Chris Davies' side.

00:19Hanley's arrival adds valuable experience as the Blues prepare for their expected return

00:23to the Championship.

00:25A veteran of 79 Premier League and 295 Championship appearances, Hanley has also earned 59 caps

00:32for Scotland, remaining a key figure in the national set-up.

00:37His leadership will also prove invaluable in the dressing room.

00:41Grant brings everything we're looking for – experience, reliability and a commanding

00:45presence, said Davies.

00:47Hanley's career includes stints at Blackburn Rovers, Newcastle United and Norwich.

00:52His wealth of knowledge and commitment make him a crucial addition as Birmingham push

00:57for success.

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