Bradford City transfer latest: League One high-fliers bring in ex-Rotherham United and Derby County man from Championship
BRADFORD City have made an early strike in the January transfer window after signing Oxford United midfielder Louie Sibley on loan for the rest of the campaign.
The former Derby County star has been used sparingly since joining the U’s in the summer of 2024.
He has made just five appearances in all competitions – all from the bench – so far this term, with his last outing being on November 8.
The 24-year-old spent the second half of last season on loan at City’s Yorkshire rivals Rotherham United, who the Bantams host next weekend.
Sibley featured 22 times for the Millers, scoring two goals, including one on his debut against hometown club Burton Albion last January.
Highly regarded in his early years at Derby, Sibley – after winning promotion back to the Championship with the Rams in 2023-24 - turned down the option of a new contract and moved to Oxford.
The Midlander offers versatility in being able to play in a number of positions.
He was utilised as a winger, wing-back and left-back at Derby and can also operate as a number 10.
Sibley said: "I am really excited to be here. As soon as you come to this club, you get a positive feeling about it.
"The last couple of weeks have been good, speaking to the manager. I just cannot wait to get going now.
"The interest has been there for a while and as soon as I spoke to the manager, I had a gut feeling. I know this is a massive club and it was an easy decision.”
City chief Graham Alexander added: "We are very happy to bring Louie to our club, especially at this early stage of the window. He has great experience for someone of his age.
"While speaking to him, we could feel his hunger to come here and join our group.
"He has all the attributes we know will fit in perfectly with what we do and who we are."