By Andy Munro.

When Cameron first signed for Blues, it seemed like it might be the final piece in the Premier League jigsaw. A prolific scorer in the Championship, possessing great physique and pace, he was seen as the antidote for a team with the speed of a three legged donkey.

Unfortunately, it soon became clear that the Premier League was a step too far in terms of goalscoring effectiveness. With a fifty pence piece head, a shot that was never going to endanger any  barn doors and trapping ability that made the proverbial bag of cement look elusive, Cameron J polarised opinions. The contrary view was that his pace and power made room for others to score.

In my view Cameron’s poor level of footballing intellect was always going to make things difficult him playing down the middle where intelligent running, anticipation and control are vital to Premier League success. Undoubtedly I would have played him wide as a wing man where he would have space to use his pace and keep things simple.

However, he goes with my good wishes, especially after having read his parting comments in the Birmingham Mail, which oozed class. He thanked the club and supporters (and he’s had some stick at different times),said that he felt we needed a change of ownership (we’d all sign up to that!) and applauded Chris H’s managerial style and ability.Cameron added that he felt it was time to move on to freshen up his career but was honest enough to admit he was ‘selfish’ to want to still play in the Premier League .

This candour about his move together with his acknowledgement that Blues were a great club and deserve better fortune is to be applauded. Both Cameron Jerome and Ben Foster can hold their head up high ..poles apart from the exits of Messrs Dann, Johnson, Gardner and Larsson. Good riddance to you all….you left without a whimper of acknowledgement or regret to the club and fans who supported you and paid your wages!