Barcelona midfielder Alexander Hleb will reportedly join Birmingham City after a proposed move to Portugal's Benfica fell through.
The former Arsenal star is wanted by the Blues who have reportedly come through with an improved offer that has persuaded him to forego Champions League football.
The 29-year old Belarus international is not required at the Nou Camp by Pep Guardiola and AS reports that he will sign a deal with Birmingham on the final day of the transfer window.
