BRADFORD City utility player Tommy Leigh has joined Bristol Rovers on a season-long loan - following on from his temporary stint there in the second half of 2025-26.

Leigh joined City in the 2025 winter window, signing from MK Dons for an undisclosed fee on a two-and-a-half-year deal.

With his contract expiring at Valley Parade next summer, the 26-year-old has effectively played his last game for the Bantams.

Leigh made 23 appearances in all competitions for the Bantams last season, scoring one goal.

Bradford City midfielder Tommy Leigh has joined Bristol Rovers for a second loan spell.

placeholder image — Bradford City midfielder Tommy Leigh has joined Bristol Rovers for a second loan spell.

The versatile player, who started his career at academy level with hometown club Portsmouth, made his name at Accrington Stanley, where he scored 28 goals in 120 appearances before moving to MK in June 2024.

Leigh's final appearance for the Bantams came in the 3-0 loss at Lincoln City on January 27.

He moved to Rovers on winter deadline day and played an important role in their move away from the League Two relegation zone under former Rotherham United manager Steve Evans.

Leigh scored four goals and registered two assists during his loan spell at the Memorial Stadium, which saw him make 14 appearances.

Leigh challenges Huddersfield Town keeper Lee Nicholls in West Yorkshire derby at the Accu Stadium in January. Photo: Tony Johnson.

He was named as the club's player-of-the-month in March. He started the month with a brace in the 2-1 win over Crewe Alexandra and then netted in the next two games against Barrow and Shrewsbury Town.

Leigh's departure follows on from Jenson Metcalfe's big-money move to Millwall, while Max Power has switched to Wigan Athletic.

On the incoming front, City have brought in striker Jake Beesley and have also lined up a move for Barnsley midfielder Adam Phillips.