BRADFORD Park Avenue have signed midfielder Jake Hibbs on loan from neighbours FC Halifax Town.

The 21-year-old made 31 appearances for the Shaymen in the National League last season and moves to Horsfall for an initial one-month period.

He will not, however, be permitted to play against his parent club when they visit Avenue on March 11.

“We’re really pleased to get a player of Jake’s calibre to the club,” Avenue manager Mark Bower said.

“He’s made over 30 appearances at National League level and can play in a variety of positions.

“He’s had a bit of a stop start season this year, but we feel he suits the way we like to play and should be a valuable addition to the squad in the coming weeks.”

The former Manchester City youngster has also had loan spells at Hyde United and AFC Telford United.