Birmingham City's financial issues mean that they have been unable to offer a new contract to Michael Morrison, with the captain's current deal up in the summer.

The 31-year-old has enjoyed a fine campaign under Garry Monk, producing many commanding displays and helping Blues in what has been an impressive season so far.

However, the Telegraph reveal that the transfer situation has meant the club can't offer a new deal to Morrison who could leave on a free at the end of the season.

Blues have breached the EFL's new profitability and sustainability rules and face a potential 12-point deduction, which will be decided in the coming weeks.

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That has been hanging over Blues for much of the season, with part of the punishment meaning they have been heavily restricted in the market and with the wages they can spend.

So, it remains to be seen whether Morrison will be offered a new deal, and if he wants to stay, once the situation is resolved.

Morrison is sure to start today as Monk's side make the trip to face Preston.

The Verdict

This is a very tough time for Birmingham as they wait to see if they will be hit with a points deduction that could see them in a relegation battle.

Therefore, it's likely that any decision on Morrison's future will wait until the end of the season.

That has to be a concern for Blues as he is a good player and a real leader for the team, so Monk will be desperate for him to stay.

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