LUKE Hendrie admits Lee Clark has played a big role in developing him as a player.

But the right back intends to show no gratitude when City face the Bury boss at Gigg Lane tomorrow.

The 23-year-old Burnley defender steps in for the injured Tony McMahon to make the first league start of his loan.

It will be a special landmark for the avid Bantams fan and the presence of his former boss Clark will give it even more edge.

Clark signed Hendrie for Kilmarnock last season and the full back went on play 33 games – his longest run as a pro.

Hendrie said: “He played a massive part. He was great with me at Kilmarnock and I owe him a lot.

“When you’re a young player, you’ll have games that don’t go great and he’d keep me in. It gives you that bit of trust and belief in yourself to push on.

“There were a few boys there who were in and out and you could tell they couldn’t really get a rhythm going. But I knew that if I kept my standards I’d keep getting a chance.

“They were good memories but hopefully we can put one over him.

“Who knows, we might cross paths again but we’ll wait and see.

“I’m sure I’ll speak to him after the game but for now I’m fully concentrated on doing my best for Bradford City and the manager here.”

Clark tried to take Hendrie to Bury when he was made aware that Burnley were looking to loan him out again. But the defender had his heart set on Valley Parade.

Hendrie added: “It’s a privilege being here. For as long as I can remember, I’ve been going to home games.

“To come on against Doncaster, even though I only got five minutes, was a special moment for me.

“Bradford has done a lot for my family, we’ve been through good times and bad. I just want to carry on and hopefully get some more even better moments.

“Tony McMahon has been brilliant so far and a big part of the good stuff we’ve been doing. But it’s up to me now to take it in my stride.

“There are not many people who get to play for the team they support. I want to cherish these next few weeks and take it with both hands.”