Birmingham City favoured over Derby County for Ipswich Town midfielder Jack Taylor
Birmingham City are reportedly leading the race to sign Ipswich Town midfielder Jack Taylor ahead of Derby County, according to Football League World. The 28-year-old is recovering from a knee cartilage operation but remains a target for Championship sides, with Blues fan pundit Jason Moore backing the move as a '100%' necessity.
Why does Birmingham City need Jack Taylor?
After finishing 8th in the 2025 Championship table with 69 points (20W-9D-17L), Birmingham City have been active in the transfer market, signing five players so far. However, Jason Moore argues that Taylor’s Championship experience would strengthen their midfield, which he describes as lacking quality. The Blues scored 67 goals last season but conceded 59, finishing 26 points behind leaders Coventry.
Derby County face stiff competition for Ipswich Town star
Derby County are also in the mix for Taylor, but Birmingham City’s urgency and need for midfield reinforcements give them the edge. Moore highlights the importance of signing players with prior Championship experience, something Taylor brings in abundance. With Derby County looking to rebuild, losing out on Taylor could be a setback in their transfer strategy.
What’s next for Jack Taylor’s future?
Taylor’s recovery from injury remains a factor, but his potential move to Birmingham City could be finalized soon. Derby County will need to act fast if they want to secure his signature, especially with Sheffield United also in the race. For Birmingham City, adding Taylor would address a key weakness as they aim to push for a play-off spot next season.
