Nikola Zigic: Why A Move From Birmingham City To Celta Vigo Is Great

Nikola Zigic (Birmingham City Forward) is the object of interest from Real Club Celta De Vigo (or Celta Vigo) and Malaga in the closing of the Summer Transfer Window. The latest transfer news between the English Football League and La Liga of Spain was reported in Sky Sports.

Celta Vigo is not the only La Liga club interested in the services of Zigic. Malaga CF expressed an interest in signing him as well.

The latest saga between Zigic and La Liga comes at a time when the possibility of moving to Mallorca has stagnated according to Sky Sports. The problem lies in Birmingham City wanting to release Zigic but was unable to agree on terms with Mallorca.

Who is Nikola Zigic and why are two La Liga clubs interested in him?

Nikola Zigic

Nikola Zigic is originally from Serbia and played football in Spain and England. His height according to ESPN Soccernet is 2.02 m which makes him one of the tallest players in football.

La Liga Experience

According to ESPN Soccernet, Zigic once played for Valencia CF before moving to Birmingham City in 2010. He also played briefly for Racing Santander during the 2008-2009 La Liga BBVA Season.

He also participated in the UEFA Champions League when playing for Valencia CF. Zigic eventually signed with Birmingham City.

Birmingham City Experience

According to Sky Sports, Zigic managed to score 22 goals in the 79 matches that he appeared in for Birmingham City. In the year 2011, Zigic managed to score the opening goal in Birmingham's match against Arsenal.

The result was a victory for Birmingham over the Gunners during the League Cup within the same year. Unfortunately, the victory and years with Birmingham cannot hide the fact that Zigic is one of its highest paid players.

The result is a deal between Birmingham City and the La Liga teams of Mallorca, Malaga, and Celta Vigo. Why should Celta Vigo sign Zigic?

Celta Vigo

Celta Vigo was recently promoted back to La Liga after an absence of five years. While they are still struggling after their recent losses to Malaga and Real Sociedad" target="_blank">Real Sociedad, Celta Vigo needs a player like Zigic with experience in Spain and England.

The reason is that maybe Zigic could help Celta Vigo win matches and avoid a return to relegation. According to the 2012-2013 La Liga BBVA Tables published in the UEFA website, Celta Vigo is 18th place in the relegation zone.

Conclusion

It remains to be seen whether Celta Vigo can sign Zigic taking into account its current status. While there is a personal preference for Celta Vigo, Malaga may eventually sign Zigic before the end of the current transfer window.