LEE Bowyer has praised Alex McLeish for his handling of Blues’ old heads and compared him to the late, great Sir Bobby Robson.

Birmingham midfielder Lee Bowyer has warned his team-mates they cannot afford to relax because staying in the Premier League next season will be even harder.

Lee Bowyer claims helping keep Birmingham in the Premier League this season will go down as one of his best achievements in football.

Birmingham midfielder Lee Bowyer has spoken about his side’s desire to finish in the top half.

Birmingham midfielder Lee Bowyer has recovered from illness and should be available for the home Barclays Premier League clash with Everton.

Alex McLeish has hailed the influence on and off the pitch of veteran midfielder Lee Bowyer in helping Birmingham reach the 40-point mark and ensure Barclays Premier League football for another season.

Alex McLeish has hailed Birmingham’s veteran midfielder Lee Bowyer and backed him to keep playing at the top ‘for a couple more years’.

Birmingham boss Alex McLeish has hailed the recent contribution of the revitalised Lee Bowyer.

Birmingham midfielder Lee Bowyer believes the club’s recent slide in the Premier League was to be expected.

Lee Bowyer insists Birmingham will be driven on by the example of Hull 12 months ago in ensuring they are not guilty of complacency during the second half of the season.