Visa paves way for Christian Benitez medical at Birmingham City
Jun 30 2009 by Colin Tattum, Birmingham Mail
Birmingham City were today at last able to accelerate the transfer of £9 million striker Christian Benitez.
The Ecuadorian star has obtained a visa and was due to enter the country for his medical.
It has been a frustrating wait for player and club since a deal was agreed with Mexican side Santos Laguna.
But now the fine details were set to be tied up and although Benitez has broken his leg and had a shoulder operation in the past eight months, Blues believe he should pass his physical examination.
Benitez has cost Blues £6.2 million with a further £3 million in add-ons.
However, a squabble has broken out between an agent, Barry McIntosh, and the club.
