Bradford City transfer latest: Newcastle United and ex-West Ham wingback joins after previous loans at Swansea City and QPR
BRADFORD City have confirmed the signing of right wing-back Harrison Ashby – their second loan arrival from Premier League outfit Newcastle United this morning.
West Ham United academy product Ashby, 24, follows midfielder Joe White in heading to Valley Parade for the remainder of 2025-26.
The Scottish youth international, who made seven senior appearances for the Hammers before moving to the Magpies in 2023, has previously spent time on loan in the Championship at Swansea City and QPR.
He made 29 appearances in the second tier for the Hoops last term and 31 in all competitions.
On switching to City and becoming the club’s third arrival of the winter window, Ashby said: "I am just delighted to finally get it done. I am here now to play football and help the team.
"After a call with the manager, you get a feeling about whether it is the right move for you. Straight after the call, I said to my agent: ‘that is where I want to be’, this is the perfect place for me.”
City chief Graham Alexander, who brought in Oxford United midfielder Louie Sibley earlier this month, added: "Harrison comes in with Championship experience and excellent quality.
"He has been positionally adaptable in his previous loans, but we see him mainly competing for the wing-back role in our system.
"I am sure he will enjoy his time here and find an environment where he can showcase his talent.”
Both Ashby and White will boost City’s numbers for a key spell of games, starting with Saturday’s home game with League One leaders Cardiff City.