Birmingham City is exploring the East Asian market as they hope to strengthen their offensive plans in the upcoming transfer window, with the club monitoring two promising wingers from Japan and South Korea.
According to information provided by sources close to the agency industry, Birmingham added Taichi Hara, who currently plays for Kyoto Sanga in the Japan J1 League as a potential signing.
The 26-year-old winger has been impressed in the recent J1 league match, and his quality has caught the attention of the Scouts, evaluating affordable talent that can adapt to the needs of England’s game.
Birmingham City is searching for Asian markets
In addition to Hara, Birmingham is tracking South Korean wingers reportedly approaching free agents, which makes him an attractive choice for the club from a sports and financial perspective.
Although the identity of the South Korean player has not been revealed, it is understood that Birmingham’s reconnaissance department has followed in recent weeks, with reports showing that the player has performed consistently in his domestic league.
Birmingham City’s current ownership recruitment strategy emphasizes identifying talent from emerging markets, and East Asia is becoming an increasingly popular reconnaissance club that can add depth to their squads for skilled, versatile players.
Asian players can get opportunities in English games
The club’s interest in Hara and the unnamed Korean wingers show that they want to build a balanced squad that can compete for promotion while managing financial sustainability.
Although no formal move has been taken at this stage, both players have firmly grasped the radar of Birmingham and the club will continue to evaluate their performance and availability.
If Birmingham decides to formally increase his interest, these trades may provide players with an opportunity, while offering a fresh offensive plan for Birmingham to enhance their roster depth.
