We’ve taken a look at 18 players the new Pools boss could target over the coming weeks as he looks to build a squad capable of competing in next season’s National League.
13. Harry Chapman
The Hartlepool-born attacking-midfielder is frequently linked with a move to his hometown club and this summer is set to be no different following his release from National League champions Barnet, where he scored four goals in 22 games. Has been hampered by injuries for large parts of his career but Pools will need to add some creativity to their ranks following the departure of Anthony Mancini, with Joe Grey also at risk of leaving over the coming weeks. Photo: Gareth Copley
14. Callum Guy
The 28-year-old will leave Carlisle this summer having made 181 appearances for the Cumbrians. Was a regular in the side that won promotion to League One in the 2022/23 season, playing 50 times. Photo: Mark Fletcher
15. Sam Lavelle
The Carlisle skipper is set to leave Brunton Park after almost 100 appearances for the Cumbrians. The experienced centre-half captained Morecambe to promotion from League Two in 2021 and is a club legend in Lancashire. Photo: Stu Forster
16. Alex Reid
A free agent after being released by Oldham, the frontman scored 17 goals in 32 games during a prolific spell on loan at Wealdstone last season. Is unlikely to be short of suitors over the coming weeks. Photo: Jordan Mansfield