Why Tom Brady & Birmingham snubbed free agent Dele Alli after seeing ex-Tottenham star released by Como after one forgettable appearance

Birmingham City, with NFL legend Tom Brady part of their ownership team, have reportedly snubbed the chance to bring Dele Alli back to England.

• Ex-Spurs star released by Serie A outfit
• Returned to English football speculated on
• Ambitious Blues will not be tabling an offer

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  Former Tottenham star Dele continues to endure a tough time as he struggles to get his faltering career back on track. A change of scenery when heading to Italy late in 2024 was intended to aid that cause.

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  Dele linked up with Serie A side Como, with former Arsenal, Barcelona and Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas prepared to take a calculated gamble on the ex-England international – who had seen his contract run out at Everton.

• DID YOU KNOW?

  The 29-year-old took in just one appearance for Como – which lasted less than 10 minutes after he saw red in a clash with AC Milan. With questions being asked of his form and fitness, Dele has been released as a free agent once more.

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  TELL ME MORE

  A return to English football is being speculated on, but claims that Birmingham will not be taking a punt. They are said to have “looked into” an agreement but have “decided the deal is not right for them after checking the conditions”.