Liam Ridgewell returns from suspension

LIAM Ridgewell is available again for Birmingham City's clash with Middlesbrough after suspension.

Fellow defender Stuart Parnaby, a Boro old boy, should have recovered after a foot injury.

Blues boss Alex McLeish has vowed to rejig his side, which could mean a start for striker Mikael Forssell in a 4-4-2.

Winger Daniel de Ridder, over-looked completely after starting in McLeish's first two games, could also come back into the reckoning.

McLeish has been linked with a January loan move for Manchester United midfielder Darren Fletcher and Celtic centre-half Bobo Balde.

Winger Daniel de Ridder, over-looked completely after starting in McLeish's first two games, could also come back into the reckoning.

Daniel De Ridder fear for star names

BLUES cannot afford to lose too many more players if they are to mount a serious challenge for promotion from the Championship. Read

DANIEL de Ridder today revealed his wish that Blues would show their ‘strength and pride’ to bounce straight back from relegation. Read