Lee Bradbury is an English football manager and former professional player who has transitioned from a successful playing career to a managerial role, currently leading National League South club Dagenham & Redbridge. After being named Portsmouth’s Player of the Season for the 1996-97 campaign, scoring 17 goals in 49 games, Lee Bradbury went on to achieve a club-record £3 million transfer to Manchester City in July 1997. During his time at Manchester City, he made 40 appearances and scored 10 goals before moving to Crystal Palace for £1.5 million in October 1998. His impactful playing career continued with a second spell at Portsmouth, secured by a £300,000 fee in 1999, contributing to his extensive experience across top English football leagues.
Further showcasing his coaching versatility and impact, he joined Port Vale as First-Team Coach for the 2024-25 season, contributing directly to their promotion from League Two. With his UEFA A License acquired in 2013, Bradbury was appointed manager of National League South club Dagenham & Redbridge in June 2025, marking a new chapter in his distinguished career across various levels of English football.