Lincoln sign centre-back Bradley after Derby exit
Bradley will be reunited with former Luton and Rams team-mate James Collins, the striker who spearhead Derby's promotion from League One 12 months ago, as well as assistant coach Chris Cohen, who he previously worked with at the Hatters. He says both played a part in convincing him to make the move."It was straightforward decision after speaking to people I already know at the club," Bradley told BBC Radio Lincolnshire."A couple of quick conversations with James Collins, Chris Cohen and a the manager as well, and I was happy and in for a medical."When I do follow James about, it only brings success. It did at Luton and did at Derby so hopefully we can do the same here."I'm just looking forward to getting started now."Bradley is the first summer addition made by Lincoln, with his arrival coming a day after 17-year-old winger Zane Okoro signed his first professional deal with the club.
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