Jared Bird


Jared Bird is an English professional footballer who plays for Championship side Barnsley as a midfielder.

Career

Youth career

In June 2016, Bird was released by Derby County at the end of his two-year scholarship.

Barnsley

Bird signed his first professional deal in July 2016, and spent the majority of the 2016–17 season as captain of the Under-23s. He was named in the first team squad on a single occasion but didn't make an appearance.
In June 2017, Bird signed a contract extension. On 15 August 2017, Bird made his debut in a 2–1 win over Nottingham Forest. He replaced George Moncur for a 24-minute cameo appearance from the bench.

Yeovil Town loan

On 4 January 2018, Bird joined League Two side Yeovil Town on loan until the end of the 2017–18 season.

Career statistics