Birmingham are closing in on West Brom midfielder Craig Gardner.
Blues have almost sealed a loan with a view to a permanent move to bring Gardner back to St Andrew's, Press Association Sport understands.
A deal was close last week and negotiations have continued, with the 30-year-old expected to finalise his switch soon.
Gardner, a Blues fan, played for Birmingham between 2010 and 2011 and helped them win the League Cup during his 18 months at the club.