Expectations were high in the West Midlands ahead of the new season, with Birmingham City looking to finish in a play-off spot under Gary Rowett.

The Blues had made good strides under the 45-year old the previous season, finishing in 10th place, and were hoping to kick on after a stable season last time around.

The club were looking to kick on in the 2016/17 campaign, and an impressive summer transfer window would certainly stand them in good stead ahead of the forthcoming season.

After making just two signings thus far in Robert Tesche and Ryan Shotton, next on the transfer list was a striker, who could help Blues find the back of the net after a drab 0-0 draw with Cardiff City on opening day.

Here, we take a look at when Birmingham City completed the signing of Che Adams from Sheffield United...

This was a signing that certainly excited Birmingham fans. Adams had endured a magnificent couple of years - he was a prolific scorer for non-league side Ilkeston Town, before completing a move to the Blades in 2014.

The forward caught the eye after a string of impressive performances for Nigel Adkins' men, particularly after scoring a brace against Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur in the League Cup.

Naturally, most Birmingham fans were delighted at this addition...

Since his arrival from Bramall Lane, Adams has gone from strength to strength as each season has gone by.

The forward scored only seven goals in his debut season for the club and nine goals the season after, but it's this season where he has really caught the eye.

The 22-year old is currently one of the leading scorers in the division, scoring an impressive 21 goals in 40 appearances for Garry Monk's men this term.

His form in front of goal hasn't gone unnoticed, with the likes of Manchester United and Arsenal both tracking the prolific attacker ahead of a potential summer move.

After rejecting a £12million bid from top-flight outfit Burnley in January, he is likely to cost a bomb in the summer...