Former Lilywhite Dylan Connolly joins Bradford City on loan from AFC Wimbledon

Former Dundalk winger Dylan Connolly has joined League Two side Bradford City on loan from League One AFC Wimbledon on a season-long loan.

The 24-year-old has previously played in England before with Ipswich Town – before returning home to the League of Ireland and joining Bray Wanderers.

After a stint at the Carlisle Grounds, Connolly joined Stephen Kenny at Dundalk, where he helped the Lilywhites to a double-winning season term last year.

After 18 months at Oriel Park, the Dubliner made the move to Wimbledon, where he helped them to a famous FA Cup win over West Ham United.

Speaking to his club’s media team, Bradford boss Gary Bowyer said: “Dylan is a very quick and exciting winger, who loves to take on defenders.

“He wanted to join us straight away - and it all happened very quickly.

“We have done well in recruiting players during this window and a big thanks has to go to Stefan Rupp and Julian Rhodes for their backing and support.”