Nottingham Forest and Fiorentina eye Birmingham City's German centre-back Phil Neumann
Former Schalke 04 defender Phil Neumann has reportedly played himself into the sights of Nottingham Forest and Fiorentina after impressing for Birmingham City.
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Since leaving Hannover 96 for Birmingham City in 2025, former Schalke 04 youth prospect Phil Neumann has established himself as an important player in central defence for the English Championship club.
Sky Germany is now reporting that the 29-year-old German centre-back has attracted interest from both the Premier League and Serie A with his performances in England, naming Nottingham Forest and Fiorentina among his suitors.
A move as early as the upcoming January transfer window is considered possible for the defender, who joined Birmingham on a free transfer in the summer of 2025.
Neumann, who has made 17 appearances for Birmingham City this season, represented Germany at both U19 and U20 level earlier in his career.
