Birmingham City are pursuing Portsmouth attacker Adrian Segečić ahead of Tuesday's transfer deadline, according to a report from portsmouth.co.uk. This interest comes as their attempt to sign Ipswich Town's Anis Mehmeti is expected to fall short.
Portsmouth, currently 15th in the Championship with three points from three games, face a quick turnaround with a home match against Derby County on Tuesday. Manager Chris Davies is actively seeking a new creative midfielder for Birmingham before the window closes, with Segečić emerging as a potential target.
Why is Birmingham targeting Adrian Segečić?
Adrian Segečić has become a key figure for Portsmouth since his arrival from Sydney FC in June 2025. The 22-year-old has scored 13 goals in 44 appearances for the club, demonstrating his attacking threat. With two years remaining on his contract, any move would require a significant offer. Portsmouth's current campaign has seen them score five goals but concede six, and they are six points behind league leaders Charlton.
Segečić's potential departure would be a blow for John Mousinho's squad, which is already managing a lengthy injuries list including Connor Ogilvie, Franco Umeh, and Keshi Anderson.
What happened with the Anis Mehmeti deal?
Birmingham's primary target appeared to be Ipswich's Anis Mehmeti. The 25-year-old, a £3m signing from Bristol City in January, has not played for Ipswich this season and was omitted from their squad for the defeat to Manchester United. Despite this, a move now seems unlikely. Football Insider's Pete O'Rourke stated Mehmeti wants to stay at Portman Road, and manager Gary O'Neil has publicly backed the player.
Gary O'Neil said: "All the players at this football club are welcome to stay. Anis is a great lad. He works his socks off and has quality."
Who else is Birmingham considering?
With the Mehmeti deal stalling, Birmingham are exploring other options. One name under consideration is Mohammed Fuseini, a 24-year-old attacking midfielder from Belgian side Union Saint-Gilloise. He represents another late-window possibility for Chris Davies as he looks to strengthen his squad. Birmingham's search highlights the competitive nature of the final days of the transfer market.
What does this mean for Portsmouth?
Portsmouth must now wait to see if Birmingham formalizes their interest in Adrian Segečić with a concrete bid. Losing a player of his calibre would be a significant challenge, especially with a crucial match against Derby looming. The club's recent form reads LWL, and securing a positive result will be important for momentum. Fans can track the team's progress and upcoming challenges on the official fixtures and standings pages. The final hours of the window will determine whether Segečić remains a part of Pompey's plans for the season ahead.
