HITC Sport understands the Newcastle United winger has agreed a loan move to the League One outfit.
Bradford City have agreed a loan deal for highly-rated Newcastle United winger Alex Gilliead, HITC Sport understands from sources close to the club.
Gilliead has just recently returned to Newcastle from a successful loan spell at League Two outfit Luton Town.
Alex Gilliead – England
The 20-year-old scored twice in 21 appearances for the Hatters and his performances brought him to the attention of several clubs higher up the football ladder.
Bradford boss Stuart McCall recently confirmed Gilliead was a transfer target for the Bantams and they have now agreed a deal with Newcastle for the attacker.
Everton’s Bryan Oviedo and Alex Gilliead in action
Newcastle are happy to loan out Gilliead so that he can continue his development by playing regular first-team football and they feel playing higher than League Two is now the next stage in his development.
Gilliead has been sent out on loan over the last two seasons, and he has impressed down at League Two level with Carlisle and Luton.
Bradford are currently in fourth place in the League One table – seven points behind the automatic promotion spaces and McCall sees the signing of Gilliead of being a major boost to their promotion hopes.
Alex Gilliead – Newcastle United
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