Bradford City manager Graham Alexander has revealed that Stephen Humphrys will undergo precautionary scans after missing the 6-1 pre-season victory over Halifax Town due to a calf issue. The Bantams sit 14th in League One with 0 points after 0 goals scored and 0 conceded this season.

What happened to Stephen Humphrys?

Humphrys, along with Aden Baldwin, was the only player not involved in City's dominant display at The Shay. The striker initially felt discomfort after last week's game and, despite resting, continued to experience soreness during training. Alexander opted for caution, sending Humphrys for scans to assess the extent of the problem.

Why is this precautionary measure important?

Alexander emphasized the need to avoid rushing Humphrys back, stating, "We don’t want to be thinking it’s something really small and then it’s not." The manager hopes the scans will provide clarity, allowing the team to plan Humphrys' return safely. Both Humphrys and Baldwin are expected to resume training later this week.

What does this mean for Bradford City's pre-season?

The win over Halifax saw Joe Wright and Jon McCracken make their first appearances of the summer. Alexander praised McCracken's debut, highlighting the goalkeeper's need to adapt to the team's style. With the squad heading to Austria soon, Humphrys and Baldwin could rejoin full training before the trip.

When can fans expect Humphrys back?

If the scans come back clear, Humphrys may return to full training by the end of the week. Alexander remains optimistic, noting, "Fingers crossed, Aden and Humps will be back on the grass by the back part of the week." The Bantams will look to build on their strong pre-season form as they prepare for the new campaign.