Johnson: Thinks Blues need experience

We still need some older heads in there.

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Damien Johnson hopes Birmingham City manager Alex McLeish will look to bring in experienced players in the January transfer window.

Former Scotland and Hibernian boss McLeish has done a good job at St Andrews after replacing Steve Bruce, although Johnson thinks he will want to bring in some players of his own next month.

With McLeish almost certain to bring in fresh faces in the New Year, Johnson believes old heads may be required to help the side steer clear of the relegation trap door.

"When January comes round I'm sure he will want to bring his own players in and make a mark," he told the Birmingham Mail.

"It's all right having young lads, the legs and a bit of energy, but you still need a bit of experience just to close out games.

"It's a tight league. I think there is a bit more energy about us but we still need some older heads in there."