Darlington boss David Hodgson has revealed former Middlesbrough striker Dean Windass is close to signing for the club.
Windass is one of 20 players that have been told by Bradford to look for a new club as they attempt to reduce reported debts of £35million.
And after discussions between Hodgson, Windass and his representative John Hendrie, the Quakers boss is confident of completing a move after agreeing a two-year deal "in principal" with the former Middlesbrough striker.
"Talks have gone very well and we are extremely hopeful that Dean will be joining us," Hodgson told the Northern Echo. "In principle we've agreed just about everything. There are one or two minor details which need taking care of, but we are confident."