Joe Wright, a former custodian for Huddersfield Town and Doncaster Rovers, has joined Bradford City as their second central defensive acquisition of the week.
Wright, 30, is a West Yorkshire native who has signed a two-year contract after having a stellar 2024–25 season with Kilmarnock of the SPL.
Wright played 36 games for Killie last season in all competitions, including qualifications for the Europa League and Champions League.
The towering 6ft 4in centre-half was named as the club’s player-of-the-year following an influential season with the Ayrshire outfit.
Wright headed north of the border in 2021 after a five-year association with Doncaster, where he made almost 100 appearances.
On joining City, the defender, who started his career in the academy at Huddersfield, said: “I had a conversation with the manager (Graham Alexander) and Chris Lucketti (assistant), they did not need to sell the club to me, I was just so excited to come here.
“Seeing those scenes on the final day (of last season) and getting the promotion was a real draw to me to join the club.”
Commenting on the addition of Wright, boss Alexander added: “After watching Joe play, meeting him and speaking to a few people, we believe he fits the profile of player and person we want to bring in.
“He is a great defender who is well-versed in the level. All of us are excited to collaborate with him.
Wright’s arrival comes after Curtis Tilt, a former defender for Rotherham United, Blackpool, and Wigan, was signed to a two-year contract.
Wright’s signing brings Valley Parade’s total number of close-season additions to three. Experienced midfielder Max Power has just joined the team.
