Hartlepool loanee James Poole has signed a permanent deal with Pools after spending time on loan from Manchester City. The 21-year-old, who made six appearances for Pools during a two-month loan spell earlier in the season, has signed for an undisclosed fee. Poole, who came through the academy at Manchester City without making a first-team appearance, scored for the League One outfit against Brighton in November.

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