Birmingham City have moved decisively to secure one of their standout performers from the 2025/26 season by activating the €7 million buy option clause for Colombian midfielder John Solis. The club exercised the option ahead of its expiry in one week, signalling strong belief in the 21-year-old’s potential.
Why Birmingham Acted Quickly
The timing reflects proactive squad planning. Rather than risk complications or interest from other clubs as the clause deadline approached, #BCFC have secured Solis permanently. Manager Chris Davies and the coaching staff have been impressed with his contributions during the loan spell from Girona, where he added physicality, ball-winning ability, and technical quality to the midfield.
Solis joined Birmingham on loan in January 2026 with a performance-related option to buy. He quickly adapted to the Championship, earning regular starts and demonstrating the attributes of a modern central midfielder: strong in duels, composed on the ball, and capable of driving forward.
Player Profile: Jhon Solis
- Age: 21 (born 3 October 2004)
- Position: Central/Defensive Midfielder
- Height: 1.86m
- Nationality: Colombia
- Previous Club: Girona (La Liga)
- Strengths: Ball-winning, physical presence, technical skill, box-to-box energy
At just 21, Solis represents excellent value at €7m. His market value is already trending upwards, and many see him as a future asset who could attract interest from higher levels if he continues developing at St Andrew’s.
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