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Birmingham City secure deal for experienced defender Dael Fry

Birmingham City secure deal for experienced defender Dael Fry
Birmingham City secure deal for experienced defender Dael FryMI News/NurPhoto / Shutterstock Editorial / Profimedia

Birmingham City have confirmed the signing of defender Dael Fry, subject to EFL and FA approval.

The 28-year-old has signed a three-year contract at St Andrew’s after leaving Middlesbrough at the end of his deal.

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Fry arrives with extensive Championship experience, having made more than 300 senior appearances and nearly 300 for his boyhood club.

He captained Middlesbrough during the 2025-26 season, helping them reach the Championship play-off final, and built a reputation for his aerial strength, leadership and composure.

A product of the Middlesbrough academy, Fry made his debut at 17 and went on to represent England Under-21, earning 11 caps.

He becomes Chris Davies’ second signing of the summer as Birmingham continue strengthening their squad ahead of pre-season in Portugal.