Birmingham could fund any move for Kitson with the sale of Olivier Kapo, who looks set to leave St Andrews having miss the start of pre-season training.
Meanwhile, veteran striker Phillips looks poised for a cross-Midlands move after West Brom boss Tony Mowbray revealed he expects Phillips to move on this summer.
Contract talks appear to have stalled between the Baggies and Phillips, with Mowbray revealing: "At this moment, it is unlikely that Kevin will stay here. If there is a stumbling block that we cannot overcome then so be it."




