Northampton Town's Ethan Wheatley loan exit has sparked transfer interest as Bradford City reportedly in talks with Manchester United over a loan deal for the 19-year-old forward. The Cobblers boss Kevin Nolan said: "We are disappointed Ethan has been recalled but we are proud of the work we have done with him and believe he leaves us a far better player than he arrived." Wheatley spent the first half of the season on loan at Northampton Town, scoring three goals in 25 appearances before being recalled. He had a stint on loan at Walsall last season, but was afforded just four outings for the Saddlers. ## What happened? Bradford City are reportedly in talks with Manchester United over a loan deal for Ethan Wheatley. ## Why it matters for Northampton Town The Cobblers boss Kevin Nolan said: "We are disappointed Ethan has been recalled but we are proud of the work we have done with him and believe he leaves us a far better player than he arrived." ## What comes next? The January transfer window is closing soon, and Bradford City are looking to get a replacement through the door. League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 24th in League One, 35 pts, 9W-8D-25L from 42 games, recent form LLLLL. Goals this season: 35 scored, 62 conceded (-27 goal difference). Title race: 58 points behind leaders Lincoln.