25 Facts About Paul Huntington

Paul David Huntington was born on 17 September 1987 and is an English professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Bradford City.

Paul Huntington was promoted to the reserve squad in late 2004 to play tougher opposition and gain experience.

Paul Huntington signed his first professional contract at the club in July 2005.

Paul Huntington was named for the first team squad for the FA Cup third-round tie against Mansfield Town.

Paul Huntington made the substitutes bench for the UEFA Cup match against Celta Vigo.

Paul Huntington played in a UEFA Cup last-16 match against AZ Alkmaar, losing on away goals over the two legs.

Paul Huntington scored his first league goal against Luton Town on 26 January 2008.

Manager Gary McAllister said Paul Huntington had a bright future ahead of him.

Paul Huntington was ruled out during the remainder of the season after undergoing hernia and groin operations.

On 10 September 2009, Paul Huntington joined League One rivals Stockport County on a month's loan.

Stockport County wanted to extend the loan for a third and final month but Paul Huntington was told to return by Leeds United.

On 16 July 2010 Paul Huntington signed to Yeovil Town on a two-year contract.

Paul Huntington was appointed captain of the club as Yeovil finished in 14th place, their second highest finish.

Paul Huntington was runner-up in the Green and White Player of the Season Award and the Western Gazette Player of the Season Award.

On 11 April 2013 Paul Huntington was nominated for Npower League One Player of the Month for March with three clean sheets.

On 17 December 2013, Paul Huntington extended his contract with Preston North End, thus keeping him at the club until the summer of 2015.

Paul Huntington headed his 6th goal of the season away at Crawley Town on 31 January 2015.

Paul Huntington signed a new two-year contract with Preston North End on 26 May 2015 which ran until the summer of 2017.

Paul Huntington signed a new two-year contract with Preston North End on 22 August 2016 with the option of a third year.

Paul Huntington extended his contract with Preston North End until the summer of 2019.

On 10 July 2018 Paul Huntington signed a new three-year contract with Preston North End.

On 28 December 2020 Paul Huntington signed a contract extension with Preston North End for a 10th year until 30 June 2022.

Paul Huntington won promotion to League One via the play offs on 28 May 2023 after captaining the side to victory over Stockport County at Wembley.

On 29 April 2024 the club announced that Paul Huntington would be leaving the club once the contract had expired.

On 1 October 2024, Paul Huntington signed for League Two club Bradford City on a short-term deal until January 2025.