Stockport County midfielder Nick Powell is set to call time on his spell at Edgeley Park, with reports suggesting the 31-year-old is close to securing a move to League One rivals Bradford City.
Nick Powell, who joined the Hatters in the summer of 2023 on a three-year deal, will depart the club 12 months before the contract’s conclusion. Journalist Sam Byrne reports that the transfer is “in the offing,” with both clubs believed to be in advanced discussions over the move.
Arriving from Stoke City two years ago, Nick Powell brought a wealth of experience from his time in the Premier League and Championship, having previously represented Manchester United, Wigan Athletic, and Crewe Alexandra. His signing was seen as a statement of intent by Stockport, who were eager to establish themselves as promotion contenders in League One.
During his time at Edgeley Park, Nick Powell made a notable impact when fit, contributing goals, assists, and leadership in midfield. However, injuries and inconsistent form have hindered his ability to deliver over a full campaign. As Stockport County look to reshape their squad for the upcoming season, Powell’s departure is expected to free up significant wages, potentially paving the way for fresh reinforcements.
For Bradford City, the acquisition of Nick Powell would be seen as a major coup. The Bantams, who harbour ambitions of returning to the Championship, will be hoping his creativity, passing range, and big-game experience can give them an edge in a highly competitive division.
No official statement has yet been released by either club, but an announcement is anticipated in the coming days. If confirmed, Nick Powell’s move would see him add yet another chapter to a career that has spanned over a decade at multiple levels of English football.
Nick Powell’s 2024/25 Season
Nick Powell’s 2024/25 season was defined by frustration and long spells on the sidelines. The experienced midfielder managed just seven League One appearances all campaign, contributing a single assist, after a hamstring injury derailed his season.
Nick Powell featured in only four matches before the setback struck in October, sustaining the injury during an otherwise routine passage of play. Scans revealed a significant strain that required months of recovery, ruling him out until March and forcing him to miss 31 league fixtures.
For a player whose creativity, vision, and technical quality can influence games at this level, the timing could hardly have been worse. Nick Powell had been bedding into another League One season, adapting to the pace and rhythm, when the injury abruptly halted his momentum. His absence deprived the side of an inventive link between midfield and attack.
When he finally returned in the spring, Nick Powell made three more appearances, showing glimpses of his sharpness but inevitably lacking full match fitness after such a long spell out. There was little time to make a telling impact before the season drew to a close.
Now, with his Stockport County chapter seemingly ending, Nick Powell is close to sealing a move to Bradford City. The Bantams will be hoping his injury troubles are behind him, while Nick Powell will be eager for a fresh start and the chance to remind League Two defences of his quality. If he can stay fit, his arrival could prove a significant coup for Bradford — and a platform for the former Manchester United youngster to reignite his career.
For Stockport County, his departure marks the end of a stop-start spell that never truly hit full stride. For Nick Powell, it represents a clean slate — and perhaps one last chance to deliver the consistency his talent has always promised.
