BRADFORD City have been handed a boost with the news that key defender Aden Baldwin has signed a new deal.

The former Notts County player, 29, who joined in the summer of 2024, has penned a new two-year contract, with the option of a further year.

Baldwin, who has made 76 appearances for City, helped the club to promotion from League Two in his first campaign at the club in 2024-25 and impressed again last term as the club made the League One play-offs.

He said: “I am delighted to extend my stay here. It is a really good feeling.

Bradford City defender Aden Baldwin, who has signed a new deal at the League One club. Picture courtesy of BCAFC.

placeholder image — Bradford City defender Aden Baldwin, who has signed a new deal at the League One club. Picture courtesy of BCAFC.

"I just want to carry on from where we left off last season and continue that upward trend. I am really happy.

"It has been a rollercoaster ride; it has not always been plain sailing as we all know, but I have really enjoyed it.

"I like the way I play here; the gaffer can see me in multiple areas as well, so I can be utilised in various positions.

"That shows the faith he has got in me, not just him, but ‘Skip’ (Chris Lucketti) and ‘Truey’ (Mark Trueman) too, who all work tirelessly at the training ground with us.

Bolton Wanderers' Ibrahim Cissoko (left) and Bradford City's Aden Baldwin battle for the ball during the Sky Bet League One play off semi-final second leg match at the University of Bradford Stadium, Bradford. Picture: Martin Rickett/PA Wire.

"It is a good fit and I am really excited to carry on.”

Boss Graham Alexander added: “We have created a consistency here which is so important to any club wanting to have prolonged improvement and keeping players and staff we feel can continue that journey is very important.

"Aden has done great these last two seasons, but I believe there is more to come from him. The extension gives is the time to help him get better.”