Birmingham City’s 2019/20 season was a turbulent campaign in the EFL Championship, marked by instability on and off the pitch. Managed initially by Pep Clotet, who took over after Garry Monk’s departure, the team showed flashes of attacking promise — particularly through Jude Bellingham, the 16-year-old academy star who became a breakout sensation before joining Borussia Dortmund.
Despite some impressive wins, inconsistency and defensive issues plagued the side. Clotet left before the season ended, and Pep Clotet’s assistant, Steve Spooner, finished the campaign. Birmingham ended up 20th, narrowly avoiding relegation after a poor run post-lockdown. Off-field uncertainty and financial strain added to a chaotic year.
