Tom Brady abruptly leaves Birmingham City as club release statement thanking NFL icon

Birmingham City have announced that minority investor Tom Brady has exited the EFL Championship club. The Blues released a statement on Monday confirming the unexpected news, saying via The Mirror : "Birmingham City Football Club expresses its sincere gratitude to Tom Brady for his involvement with and unwavering support for the Club over the last three years. "It was truly amazing to have someone with Tom's experience and passion associated with the Club, and the Club looks forward to continuing to build on that foundation from the training ground to the Birmingham community." Soccer star Jesús de Miguel tragically dies aged 30 after mid-game collision as tributes paid Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac address Wrexham executive’s abrupt exit Brady was introduced to the club by the Knighthead ownership group shortly after they purchased the Blues back in 2023 and he featured in a five-part Amazon Prime documentary, 'Built in Birmingham: Brady and the Blues'. The 49-year-old NFL legend, who claimed seven Super Bowl titles throughout his illustrious career, was enlisted to bring his expertize and celebrity status to the English second tier. Blues chairman Tom Wagner stated at the time: "Tom Brady joining the Birmingham City team is a statement of intent. We are setting the bar at world class. "Tom is both investing [as well as] committing his time and extensive expertize. To listen to the latest episode of 'All Out Soccer' - CLICK HERE "As chair of the advisory board Tom will have a direct impact on the club. The men's, women's, and academy teams are going to benefit from [his] knowledge. "The goal that Tom has committed to is to make Birmingham City a respected leader in nutrition, health, wellness, and recovery across the world of football." Brady's exit arrives at a moment when Birmingham City have positioned themselves as the early frontrunners in the Championship, with Chris Davies' squad currently leading on goal difference.