Grant Ward

Grant Anthony Ward (born 5 December 1994) is an English professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Blackpool.

Club Career

Tottenham Hotspur

Ward signed with the Tottenham Hotspur Academy in 2011. During his time at Spurs, he progressed through the club's youth system. He appeared for their Under-18 side during the 2011–2012 season, scoring 3 goals in 16 starts and 10 substitute appearances during the season, as well as featuring in 3 FA Youth Cup matches. He continued to feature for the club's under-18 team during the 2012–13 season, making 17 appearances in the U18 Premier League, while also making 3 appearances in the FA Youth Cup and featuring twice in the 2012–13 NextGen Series.

Chicago Fire (loan)

On 22 March 2014 Ward signed on loan with Major League Soccer club Chicago Fire. Ward's debut was delayed due to his injury on metatarsal that kept him out for months It took until 25 May 2014, where he came on as a substitute for Dilly Duka in the 61st minutes, as Chicago Fire beat Columbus Crew 2–0. Ward's loan spell with Chicago Fire was extended until the end of the season. Ward scored his first Chicago Fire goal on 24 July 2014, in a 5–1 loss against San Jose Earthquakes. On the last game of the season, Ward then provided two assists, in a 2–1 win over Houston Dynamo. Following the end of the 2014 season, the club allowed Ward to make his return to his parent club.

Coventry City (loan)

On 11 March 2015 Ward began training with League One side Coventry City and it was announced two days later on 13 March 2015 that he had joined them on loan until the end of the season. He was given the number 8 shirt. Ward made his Coventry City debut three days later against Chesterfield, where he assisted Sanmi Odelusi, as his shot was deflected to Odelusi's goal. The match ended with Coventry City winning 3–2. Ward went on to make eleven appearances for the club.

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