Garry Monk is doing what he was brought to St Andrew’s to do, with Birmingham City’s survival hopes boosted by an impressive run of form in recent weeks.

Birmingham have struggled around the relegation zone for much of the season so far, but Monk is slowly guiding the Blues away from trouble, with results really improving in recent weeks.

Despite suffering defeat in his first two fixtures in-charge, Birmingham are on track now and have recorded three consecutive victories.

Monk’s side have won against Hull City, Ipswich Town and Bolton Wanderers in recent weeks, scoring five goals and not conceding during that time.

The Blues now sit five points clear of the relegation zone, with Monk’s side putting their fate in their own hands ahead of a crucial run-in.

This weekend, Birmingham welcome Burton Albion to St Andrew’s for another crucial Championship fixture against a relegation contender.

Here at FLW, we take a look at the starting XI Monk should select to take on Burton…

It has been a tricky first year in Birmingham for Stockdale, but his experience has shown in recent weeks, with the goalkeeper impressing.

Harding has featured at right-back in Birmingham’s impressive recent run and should continue this weekend.

Morrison’s form has been good under Monk, with the defender captaining Birmingham in their revival.

Dean has impressed alongside Morrison, with the duo clearly benefitting from Monk’s management.

Colin has deputised on the left of defence, and this weekend, should complete an unchanged defensive unit.

Jota has been influential for Birmingham in recent weeks, providing the creative spark that has been missing throughout the season.

Davis really impressed over the course of Easter and should continue this weekend.

Kieftenbeld should return to central midfield for Burton’s visit, with the midfielder replacing Cheikh Ndoye.

Maghoma has been the man trusted on the left side of midfield in recent weeks and there is no reason why Monk should change things this weekend.

Che Adams’ suspension this weekend means that a change has to be made in attack, with Boga the obvious choice to replace Adams due to other injuries.

Jutkiewicz has looked a different player under Monk this season, and with other forwards not available this weekend, Birmingham need a big performance from the 29-year-old.