Bradford City are among several League One rivals interested in 22-year-old English Accrington Stanley defender Benn Ward. According to Pete O'Rourke, Wigan Athletic have had a third bid for the player rejected, while Stockport County and Reading are also interested in him. Ward joined Accrington Stanley in January 2025, and his contract is set to expire on June 30, 2026. In 23 League Two appearances this season, he has scored 2 goals. His current market value on Transfermarkt is €150k.