Bradford City strike deal, Sheffield United advance talks and Leeds United miss out - transfer news round-up
Bradford City, Sheffield United and Leeds United are among the clubs featured in our latest transfer news round-up.
It is only day two of the January window but the rumour mill is already turning at pace and deals are already being done.
Some Yorkshire clubs have wasted little time getting to work on their business and it looks set to be a hectic month across the pyramid.
Here are the latest transfer headlines on January 2, 2026.
Bradford City secure signing
Bradford City have pulled off a coup early in the window, landing midfielder Louie Sibley on loan from Oxford United.
A product of Derby County’s academy, the 24-year-old has not quite lived up to the hype he generated in his days as an England youth international. However, he has accumulated plenty of experience at young age.
The move marks a return to Yorkshire for Sibley, who ended the 2024/25 season on loan at Rotherham United.
Sheffield United advance in talks
Sheffield United are reportedly advancing in their talks over a contract extension for Patrick Bamford.
The 32-year-old penned a shot-term deal in November, one that is due to expire this month.
However, the Blades are believed to be making progress in their efforts to retain the England-capped forward.
Sheffield Wednesday and Barnsley loan deals end
Sheffield Wednesday and Barnsley have each seen a loanee head back to their parent club.
After an injury to Pierce Charles, the Owls drafted in USA-capped stopper Ethan Horvath from Cardiff City. However, the return of Charles relegated him to the bench and he has now left South Yorkshire.
Barnsley, meanwhile, have agreed to end the loan stay of Derby County defender Jake Rooney. He made just seven appearances for the Reds.
Hull City defender recalled
Hull City have recalled defender Matty Jacob from his loan spell at League One outfit Reading.
With Ryan Giles injured, the Tigers academy product can now provide cover at left-back.
The 24-year-old made 16 appearances for the Royals across all competitions.
Leeds United beaten to forward
Leeds United are reportedly set to miss out on Lazio forward Taty Castellanos.
The 27-year-old is thought to have been a target for the Whites, who it is claimed have been admirers since his New York City days.
However, it has been claimed West Ham United have reached a £25m agreement to sign the Argentina international.
Sheffield Wednesday prodigy eyed
Rangers boss Danny Rohl is reportedly eyeing a reunion with Sheffield Wednesday goalkeeper Pierce Charles.
Wednesday’s number one was blooded by Rohl, who left in the summer and later took the reins at Ibrox.
Charles, a Northern Ireland international, is widely considered among the most exciting young goalkeepers currently playing in England.