Birmingham City Nears €7 Million Deal For Priske Signing

Excitement is rippling through Birmingham as the club edges closer to finalizing the high-profile signing of Danish striker August Priske from Djurgardens IF, in a move that could reshape the Blues’ ambitions for the rest of the Championship season. After weeks of speculation and negotiation, sources from both England and Scandinavia confirm that Birmingham City and Djurgardens have agreed on a deal worth at least €7 million (£6 million) plus bonuses for the 21-year-old forward, who is set to arrive in the West Midlands on Monday, January 19, 2026, to undergo a medical and discuss personal terms.

The transfer, first reported by Danish outlet Tipsbladet and later echoed by English and Swedish sources, marks a significant investment by Birmingham in a player who has become one of Scandinavia’s most sought-after young talents. Priske, who topped the Swedish Allsvenskan scoring charts last season with 18 goals in 27 appearances, brings not only a clinical edge but also a formidable physical presence at 6ft 4in. His blend of aerial prowess, sprint speed, and versatility in attack has drawn admiring glances from clubs across Europe, including Red Bull Salzburg, Besiktas, and LOSC Lille. But it’s Birmingham City who now appear set to win the race for his coveted signature.

The Blues’ pursuit of Priske comes at a critical juncture. Chris Davies’ side currently sits 14th in the Championship, eight points adrift of the play-off places with 19 games to go. The club’s offensive output has been patchy: Jay Stansfield and Marvin Ducksch have combined for 14 league goals, while high-profile summer signing Kyogo Furuhashi has found the net only twice—all in cup competition. The recent departure of Lyndon Dykes to Charlton Athletic further depleted the attacking ranks, making the need for fresh firepower painfully clear.

Priske’s imminent arrival is not the only January business conducted by Birmingham. Earlier this month, the club secured the services of German left-back Kai Wagner from Philadelphia Union and completed a loan deal for Colombian midfielder Jhon Solis from Girona FC, with an option for a permanent move reportedly worth £6.9 million. The Blues are also believed to be closing in on a loan move for Brighton’s 21-year-old winger Ibrahim Osman, who is set to join after being recalled from a loan spell at French side Auxerre. These additions underline the club’s intent to bolster the squad and keep pace in the fiercely competitive race for promotion.

August Priske’s journey to this pivotal transfer has been closely followed on both sides of the North Sea. The young Dane joined Djurgardens from FC Midtjylland in the summer of 2024 for a modest €300,000, quickly establishing himself as a linchpin in the Swedish club’s attack. His breakthrough season drew comparisons to some of Scandinavia’s best, with Djurgardens sporting director Bosse Andersson remarking, “There has been contact with a lot of clubs during this transfer window.” Andersson’s comments, made in the midst of Djurgardens’ preparations for their 2026 campaign, hinted at the inevitability of Priske’s departure, with the club’s first Swedish cup fixture against Falkenberg looming on February 22.

The drama surrounding Priske’s move intensified when he was pulled out of Djurgardens training and subsequently missed a pre-season friendly against IF Brommapojkarna, signaling that negotiations were reaching a decisive stage. While Andersson has been tight-lipped about the specifics, he previously suggested that a sale for Priske could eclipse the fee Djurgardens received from Tottenham Hotspur for Lucas Bergvall in February 2024. However, the final agreement with Birmingham, while substantial, appears to fall short of those record-breaking hopes.

Support for the transfer has come from within the Priske family as well. Brian Priske, August’s father and current manager of Sparta Prague, spoke candidly to Danish media about his son’s next step: “It’s great that he can take the next step. It was close this summer, and he’s just had an even better season now. It would be completely natural if it happens now. He really loves Djurgarden, and he has some fantastic teammates and friends. And it’s not just for a short period. It’s for life, I’m sure. And at the same time, his sports manager Bosse Andersson has meant an incredible amount to August. If a great transfer is successful now, they – his teammates and Bosse – will be very proud of him, and they have been fantastic.”

For Birmingham City, the acquisition of Priske is about more than just numbers. Standing tall at 6ft 4in, the striker offers a different dimension to the team’s attack. While Marvin Ducksch provides some of that physicality, Priske’s combination of size and speed, plus his proven record in front of goal, could be the missing piece as the Blues look to reverse their fortunes, especially away from home where wins have been elusive since late November. The club has managed just nine victories in 27 league outings so far this season, and the pressure is mounting to mount a charge up the table.

The Championship is notorious for its unpredictability, and Birmingham’s odds reflect the challenge ahead. Bookmakers currently list the Blues at 11/4 to finish in the top six and 10/1 to secure promotion to the Premier League. With a crucial fixture against bottom-placed Sheffield Wednesday on the horizon, fans will be watching closely to see if the new arrivals can provide the spark needed for a late-season surge.

Priske’s integration into the squad may take some time. Having been on a break following the conclusion of the Swedish season, he’ll need to regain match fitness and adapt to the rigors of English football. But with 18 league goals last term and six caps for Denmark’s Under-21s, there’s little doubt about his pedigree or potential impact. As the Blues look to climb the standings and keep their play-off hopes alive, the signing of August Priske represents both a statement of intent and a calculated gamble on youth and talent.

As the transfer window draws to a close, Birmingham City supporters can look forward to seeing fresh faces in blue shirts—and perhaps, just perhaps, a late push for the play-offs. With Priske set to finalize his move and Osman waiting in the wings, the club’s ambition is clear: to turn promise into points and keep the dream of Premier League football alive.