James Horsfield


James Horsfield is an English professional footballer who plays as a right back for Scunthorpe United.

Career

Manchester City

Horsfield came through Manchester City's youth system, signing on as a first year scholar in July 2012, having been at the club for ten years. In July 2015 he scored a penalty against Roma in the International Champions Cup in Melbourne. In 2017 Horsfield signed a one-year contract extension, ensuring his Manchester City career continues until at least June 2018.

Doncaster Rovers (loan)

On 28 September 2015, Horsfield signed for Doncaster Rovers on a 28-day emergency loan deal. He made his debut a day later. He made a total of 3 appearances and returned to City.

NAC Breda (loan)

On 17 January 2017, Horsfield was sent on loan to Dutch Eerste Divisie side NAC Breda for the rest of the season. He made his debut on 3 February, against Den Bosch. On 13 March, Horsfield scored his first senior goal, in a 2–0 win over Fortuna Sittard.

NAC Breda

Following his loan period, Horsfield signed permanently for NAC Breda on 24 July 2017, signing a three-year contract at the Eredivisie club.

Scunthorpe United

On 17 July 2018, Horsfield signed for EFL League One club Scunthorpe United on a two-year contract. He made his league debut in the 1–2 away victory against Coventry City.
Horsfield was loaned to Dundee in January 2019.
Horsfield was again loaned out in October 2019, this time to Wrexham.

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