Blues plot four new arrivals to club
Birmingham co-owner David Sullivan reckons there could be as many as four new arrivals at St Andrews within the next month.
Roger Johnson's £5million move from Cardiff this week was the St Andrew's club's fifth summer signing, as well as agreeing a new contract for Stephen Carr.
But Sullivan admits some of last season's squad that earned promotion to the Premier League could be on their way out.
He said: "Some of the players who have come up with us this time, in our opinion, are not good enough for the Premier League.
"They are top Championship players, so it might be better for them if they move on to ambitious Championship clubs hoping for promotion this year.
"We are also in the latter stages of negotiations with several clubs for several players."
Sullivan also insisted the Birmingham board are happy and united.
He even understands why managing director Karren Brady felt the need to go public in the press last season, when she was frustrated at the team's lack of progress.
He said: ""We all get on incredibly well. I believe, at the time, the board were entitled to speak their mind.
"There was a spell of 12 points from 11 games – relegation, not promotion form. Maybe it should all be done behind closed doors.
"But supporters need to know we are hurting as much as they are."
In the present, Birmingham are also optimistic midfielder Lee Bowyer will complete a permanent move from West Ham in the next few days.
The one-cap England international spent a fruitful loan spell at St Andrew's during the second half of last season.
Blues are close to agreeing a deal with Bowyer, which will enable him to make the move from Upton Park on a free transfer.
Manager Alex McLeish has made it clear he wants to keep the experienced Bowyer as part of his plans, providing his wage demands were not excessive.
The former Scotland boss added: "Lee did well for us after coming here and he would definitely be a worthy addition."
