Tom Brady, the former NFL quarterback and record seven-time Super Bowl champion, has ‘departed’ Birmingham City. In 2023, the American football star became a minority owner of the Blues, but yesterday (Monday, November 9), the club announced he had ended his association with owners Knighthead.
“Birmingham City Football Club expresses its sincere gratitude to Tom Brady for his involvement with and unwavering support for the Club over the last three years. It was truly amazing to have someone with Tom’s experience and passion associated with the Club, and the Club looks forward to continuing to build on that foundation from the training ground to the Birmingham community.”
During his tenure, the Patriots legend lent his experience and expertise across the club, including working alongside the sports science department to advise on health, nutrition, wellness, and recovery systems and programs. Plus, global marketing efforts and new commercial partnership opportunities.
Tom Wagner, co-founder of Knighthead, said at the time: “Tom Brady joining the Birmingham City team is a statement of intent. We are setting the bar at world-class. Tom is both investing and committing his time and extensive expertise. As Chair of the Advisory Board, Tom will have a direct impact on the Club.”
His stay didn’t quite bring the success many had hoped for—an unsuccessful string of managers, including Wayne Rooney, saw the club relegated to League One in his first season. Last year, Birmingham City won automatic promotion back to the Championship, however, and they now sit top of the table after 15 matches with eyes on the Premier League.
