Striker departs to League One outfit on loan
Manchester United have confirmed the departure of Ethan Wheatly on loan to Bradford City for the remainder of the season.
The 20-year-old striker has been at Manchester United since the age of nine. After graduating through the youth system, he made his senior debut in April 2024 against Sheffield Utd. He went on to make three further appearances.
He spent the second half of last season on loan to Walsall but returned after a lack of playing time. His experience there prompted the club to recall him and properly assess the right destination for their young loanees.
He first half of this one on loan to Northampton. He made 22 appearances and scored three goals for the League One side before being recalled.
He spoke on the news: “I am buzzing. We have been in talks for quite a while. Now we have got the deal done, I am really excited to come in and help the team.
“I am over the moon to have got it signed and I cannot wait to get going.
“I had League Two experience last season, then League One this campaign, and I thought I grew a lot as a player, especially in the last couple of months when I was able to play more of my game. I am now hoping to show more of that here at Bradford.” Bradford currently lie fifth in League One.
Best of luck to him for the rest of the season!
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