Birmingham City transfer news: Redknapp frustrated as Nigeria international Ogenyi Onazi’s transfer stalls

Birmingham City manager Harry Redknapp is becoming increasingly frustrated regarding the transfer of Ogenyi Onazi from Trabzonspor.

According to the Turkish outlet Fotomac, Birmingham were set to sign the Nigeria international for €4.5 million. However, a work permit issue has held up the transfer.

According to SkySports, Onazi requires a work permit which will not be easy to secure. Per the source, Redknapp has become increasingly frustrated due to the situation.

Skysport’s go onto state that personal terms have been agreed with Onazi however, the player will remain in Turkey to train with Trabzonspor while Birmingham try and sort out the paperwork.

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The 24-year-old midfielder joined Trabzonspor last summer from Serie A giants Lazio. The former Lazio star registered two goals and one assist in 38 games for Trabzonspor last term.

Onazi has three-years remaining on his contract with Trabzonspor. The star midfielder was not included in the Black Sea Storm’s squad which secured a 2-1 victory over Konyaspor last weekend.

Birmingham City take on Burton on Friday August 18 as they look to return to winning ways.