Birmingham City and Middlesbrough settle High Court dispute

Birmingham City and Middlesbrough have settled their High Court dispute over Garry Monk’s coaching staff at Blues.

Monk was sacked by Middlesbrough in December 2017 and Blues appointed him, along with four coaches, in March.

The Teesside club began legal action, arguing conditions in the backroom team’s contracts meant they were unable to work together until December 28.

The four coaches filed a counter-claim, but a joint statement said the parties had agreed settlement terms.

A statement said: “Middlesbrough FC had commenced proceedings against Birmingham City FC and its Backroom Team in relation to their move from Middlesbrough FC to Birmingham City FC.

“Birmingham City FC and its Backroom Team had defended Middlesbrough FC’s claims and the Backroom Team had counterclaimed for damages against Middlesbrough FC.

“The parties have now reconciled their differences and agreed confidential settlement terms which bring matters to a conclusion.”