Bradford City Make Bold Move for Simmonds with Cash Plus Player Offer
In an ambitious bid to strengthen their attacking options for the upcoming season, Bradford City has tabled a significant offer for free agent Keyendrah Simmonds. The Bantams are looking to secure the services of the 22-year-old striker, who parted ways with Birmingham City at the end of June.
The proposed deal includes a cash offer of £100,000, coupled with the transfer of defender Aden Baldwin to sweeten the deal. Baldwin, who recently joined Bradford from Notts County, is considered a valuable asset, and his inclusion in the deal underscores the club’s determination to land Simmonds.
Simmonds, who has attracted interest from League One clubs Cheltenham Town and Shrewsbury Town, spent a part of last season on loan at Grimsby Town. His performance there showcased his potential and caught the attention of several clubs. Bradford City’s proactive approach, combining a cash offer with a player trade, aims to outmaneuver their competitors and bring the promising striker to Valley Parade.
This strategic move is part of Bradford City’s broader plan to bolster their squad under the management of Mark Hughes, as they aim for promotion from League Two this season. The addition of Simmonds would provide Hughes with a versatile attacking option, complementing the existing squad and potentially making a significant impact on their campaign.
Player and Financial Details:
– **Keyendrah Simmonds**: 22-year-old striker, former Birmingham City and Manchester City youth player.
– **Cash Offer**: £100,000.
– **Player Trade**: Aden Baldwin, defender recently signed from Notts County.
Bradford City’s bold offer is a clear statement of intent as they look to build a squad capable of achieving their promotion ambitions. The coming weeks will reveal whether this inventive approach will succeed in securing Simmonds’ signature, as the club continues to negotiate and finalize their transfer activities before the season kicks off.
