MATTY Foulds is staying with City for at least another two years after signing a new deal.

The Clayton-born defender has agreed a fresh contract that will tie him to Valley Parade until the summer of 2024 – with the option of a further season after that.

Left back Foulds played 28 times for the Bantams last season and scored two goals against Harrogate and Hartlepool.

Foulds said: “I am delighted to be here for at least the next two years. It is a real push in the right direction for me, personally.

“I have been sat in the stands at Valley Parade as a kid, so there is no better feeling than playing in front of 18,000 supporters.

“I played over 20 games last season which is the most I have got out of any season, but I think we underachieved.

“Next year, with the plans we have as a football club, we want to have a real good go. We want to get the place going again next season.”

Foulds began as a youngster at City and moved on to Everton’s academy. He also played for Bury and Como in Italy before returning to his boyhood club in January last year.

He has impressed Mark Hughes with his positive approach when understudying Liam Ridehalgh.

Hughes said: “We are pleased to have Matty with us for at least the next two years and are looking forward to continuing to work with him.

“He has had a strong season with us and typifies the kind of character we want at this football club.

“Matty wears his heart on his sleeve, loves Bradford City and always gives 110 per cent on the field.

“At 24, he is still at a great age to develop, and we are happy he sees his long-term future here with us.”