Bradford City is reportedly poised to sign Adam Phillips from Barnsley FC in a bold swoop. The 28-year-old midfielder has been a long-serving figure at Barnsley, joining from Burnley nearly four years ago. During his time at the club, he has made 182 appearances, scoring 43 goals and providing 27 assists across all competitions. With Barnsley exercising a contract option to extend his stay, it seems Phillips could be on the move to Bradford City. According to Football Insider’s Pete O’Rourke, the Bantams are set to lure the midfielder from South Yorkshire for an undisclosed fee. Phillips, a former England youth international, had a notable season last year, making 50 appearances and scoring 11 goals. However, he faced criticism for inconsistency at times. Bradford City, having been promoted from League Two in 2025, aims to strengthen their squad as they look to build on a successful campaign that saw them finish fourth in League One, significantly above Barnsley. This potential signing could be a key move for Bradford City as they prepare for the challenges ahead in the league.