'Serious hunger and ambition' - Brackley bring in Chesterfield midfielder on loan

Hobson has arrived at St James Park from Chesterfield FC until January 14, bringing extra energy, creativity and versatility to the midfield.

The 23-year-old is a highly-rated prospect who came through the ranks at Sheffield United before joining Alfreton Town in 2021.

He featured more than 85 times for the Conference North side before joining Chesterfield on a permanent deal in 2023.

Hobson joined Kidderminster Harriers on loan in September 2023, featuring 18 times in the National League, scoring twice.

In September 2024, he joined Barnet, playing 13 times for the National League champions, hitting the net twice.

Hobson has now joined a Brackley team looking to establish themselves in the National League following promotion last season.

And Cowan said: “Bailey is someone who we identified very early and has all the attributes of a player we’ve been looking for.

"He has good experience of the league, most recently with Barnet last season, as well as having serious hunger and ambition to achieve.

"We’re really pleased to add him to the squad!”