Bradford City manager Graham Alexander is backing Jake Beesley to have a great season. Beesley is set to make his home debut in a friendly against Preston, after signing from Burton.
What does Beesley bring to Bradford City?
Beesley scored 13 goals for Burton last season, and Alexander is confident he will handle the expectations at Valley Parade.
Why the signing is important for Bradford City
The signing of Beesley is a significant one for Bradford City, who finished 4th in League One last season with 77 points, 22 wins, 11 draws, and 13 losses from 46 games. Alexander had previously managed Beesley at Salford, and is delighted to have signed him for Bradford City. Beesley has not found the net in the previous four friendlies, but Alexander is not worried.
What comes next for Beesley and Bradford City?
Beesley will be looking to score his first goal for Bradford City in the friendly against Preston. With the new season not yet under way, Bradford City are preparing to improve on their 4th place finish last season, and are 26 points behind leaders Lincoln. As of the end of the 2025 season, Bradford City had scored 58 goals and conceded 51, with a goal difference of +7. Alexander's persistence paid off in signing Beesley, after trying to sign him twice before. Beesley had a gentleman's agreement with Burton, but Alexander is delighted to have finally signed him.
