After mutually agreeing to terminate his contract at Leeds United a season before its expiration, Patrick Bamford, the iconic striker, is now on the hunt for a new club. The 32-year-old departed Elland Road after a seven-year spell when manager Daniel Farke made it clear that the forward was not in his plans for the Premier League campaign. Despite not starting a league game last season, there were initial hopes among the fanbase that Bamford would have the opportunity to showcase his skills in pre-season. However, after a 0-0 draw against Manchester United, Farke announced that Bamford would no longer feature in his plans, leading to a mutual separation between Leeds and the striker at the end of August.
In the aftermath of his departure, speculation arose about Bamford’s next career move. While there were rumors of interest from Wrexham and Middlesbrough, the striker ultimately remains a free agent. According to The Sun’s Alan Nixon, Bamford has set his sights on a move to Major League Soccer (MLS) following his initial hints about seeking opportunities in the United States after securing promotion.
Interestingly, Bamford had a potential opportunity to feature in the UEFA Europa League this season. Scottish champions Celtic, under former Chelsea coach Brendan Rodgers, were in need of a striker and were reportedly in talks to sign Bamford as a free agent. However, the deal did not materialize, and Celtic opted to sign Kelechi Iheanacho instead, reuniting him with Rodgers at Parkhead.
As Bamford explores his options and looks ahead to a new chapter in his career, the striker’s desire to challenge himself in the MLS and his brush with European football highlight his ambition and resilience in the face of changes and challenges in the footballing world.
