Ghaly Deal Off!

Last updated : 03 August 2007 By Brian Cartlidge
Blues had secured a £3million deal for Ghaly and a a three-year contract had been agrred, subject to the Egyptian midfielder receiving a work permit.

A statement on the Blues' official website reads: "Birmingham City Football Club can today confirm that they will not be proceeding with the transfer of Hossam Ghaly from Tottenham Hotspur due to footballing reasons."

A statement on the offical Spurs website reads: We can confirm that Hossam Ghaly has decided not to proceed with his transfer to Birmingham City."