Former Sheffield United, Barnsley FC and Bradford City man joins free agent market as contract decision made

The attack-minded midfielder was tipped for a bright future in his early days at Middlesbrough and represented England at youth level.

Following loan spells at Barnsley, Sheffield United and Blackburn Rovers, he joined the latter on a permanent basis in 2019.

However, after just 35 appearances in three years, he was allowed to depart for Bradford in 2022. His time at Valley Parade was hampered by injury and he dropped into the non-league pyramid with Barnet last year.

He has once again been hindered by injury and the Bees have released Chapman after one season in the National League.

The 27-year-old is one of four players leaving the fifth-tier side, with Reece Hall-Johnson, Ben Coker and Richard Nartey also departing,

Bees boss Dean Brennan said: “I’d like to thank you all for what you have achieved this season. 102 points is an incredible feat and you all played a part in getting there.

“You are all legends of the club and will always be welcome.”

It now remains to be seen what the future holds for Chapman, who undeniably has ability but has been unable to fulfil his potential.

Following his arrival at Bradford in 2022, then-Bantams boss Mark Hughes said: “Harry is a player we are delighted to be bringing to the club, and is one we have had our eyes on for a number of weeks.

“He arrives with plenty of talent and a lot of experience at what is still a relatively young age, both in the football league and on the international scene.

“Harry is an exciting player who likes to entertain and get supporters on the edge of their seats, which I am sure you are very much looking forward to.

“He has the ability to play in a number of different positions and is at an important stage of his career where he has the opportunity to develop further and help us achieve our goals."

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