FC Halifax Town confirm Josh Hmami transfer bid from Harrogate Town
FC Halifax Town's Josh Hmami has received a transfer bid from Harrogate Town, the Shaymen's boss John McGrath has confirmed. The Sulphurites are hopeful of signing another forward and a midfielder before their 2026/27 National League campaign kicks off this Saturday.
What happened?
Harrogate Town are in talks with a forward and a midfielder, with Josh Hmami being the likely target. The Town boss Simon Weaver has revealed that he is closing in on another attacking player. Weaver told BBC Radio York that they are talking to two lads and hopefully will get them in for next weekend.
Why it matters for FC Halifax Town
The transfer of Josh Hmami would be a significant blow to FC Halifax Town, who have already seen a number of players move on this summer. The Shaymen have brought in goalkeeper Rory Watson, defenders Tom Lees, Archie Baptiste, and Lewis Payne, midfielders Bailey Hobson, Will McGowan, and Morgan Williams, and forwards Ciaran McGuckin and Rohan Vaughan.
What comes next?
FC Halifax Town's next fixture is against Boston United on 2027-02-16, where they sit 15th in the table. The Shaymen will be looking to bounce back from their recent transfer losses and get their National League campaign off to a strong start.
