Darrell Clarke

Clarke was an integral part of the Pools side that won promotion in 2003 and remains a hugely popular figure in the North East.

Popular former Poolie lands new management job

Port Vale have parted company with ex-Hartlepool United midfielder Darrell Clarke as manager. (Photo by Nathan Stirk/Getty Images)

League One club part company with ex-Hartlepool United midfielder

Darrell Clarke has guided Port Vale to promotion from League Two. (Photo by Lewis Storey/Getty Images)

Ex-Pools midfielder guides Port Vale to promotion

Hartlepool United manager Graeme Lee congratulates his former teammate the Port Vale manager Darrell Clarke (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News)

Graeme Lee pleased to see Darrell Clarke return

Graeme Lee has sent a heartfelt message of support to Port Vale manager, and former Hartlepool United teammate, Darrell Clarke. Picture by FRANK REID

Graeme Lee sends heartfelt message to Port Vale boss

Antony Sweeney watched as his side suffered defeat at Port Vale (Credit: James Holyoak | MI News)

Port Vale 2-0 Hartlepool: The key talking points

Hartlepool slipped to a fifth straight defeat in League Two (Credit: James Holyoak | MI News)

Live Port Vale 2-0 Hartlepool United RECAP: Pools slip to defeat

Jordan Cook remains the only long term absentee for Hartlepool United. Picture by FRANK REID

Sweeney looking forward to meeting familiar faces

Lucas Covolan of Torquay United (R) celebrates after scoring their sides first goal during the Vanarama National League Play-Off Final match between Hartlepool United and Torquay United at Ashton Gate on June 20, 2021 in Bristol, England. (Photo by Harry Trump/Getty Images)

Ex-Torquay goalkeeper reflects on scoring against Pools in promotion final

Ritchie Humphreys of Hartlepool United celebrates with his team after winning the League One semi-final, second leg play-off match between Tranmere Rovers and Hartlepool United at Prenton Park on May 17, 2005 in Tranmere, England. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images)

Humphreys' message to Pools players as he reflects on play-off penalty joy

Walsall manager Darrell Clarke looks on during the Sky Bet League Two match between Walsall and Northampton Town at Banks's Stadium on February 15, 2020 in Walsall, England. (Photo by Pete Norton/Getty Images)

How Pools’ dressing room helped shape Darrell Clarke’s managerial approach

Gary Liddle (C) of Hartlepool vies with David Di Michele (R) and Herita Ilunga (L) of West Ham during an FA Cup, 4th round, football match between Hartlepool United and West Ham United at Victoria Park, Hartlepool, England, on January 24, 2009 (Photo: GRAHAM STUART/AFP via Getty Images)

Liddle: ‘I always wanted to come back’

Antony Sweeney during the Vanarama National League match between Hartlepool United and Barnet at Victoria Park, Hartlepool on Saturday 26th October 2019. (Credit: Mark Fletcher | MI News )

‘Results won’t decide whether it’s me’ – Sweeney

Darrell Clarke manager of Bristol Rovers celebrates his side's victory following the Vanarama Conference Playoff Final match between Grimsby Town and Bristol Rovers at Wembley Stadium on May 17, 2015 in London, England. (Photo by Jamie McDonald/Getty Images)

Pools draw up managerial blueprint ahead of next appointment

Gary Liddle (C) of Hartlepool vies with David Di Michele (R) and Herita Ilunga (L) of West Ham during an FA Cup, 4th round, football match between Hartlepool United and West Ham United at Victoria Park, Hartlepool, England, on January 24, 2009 (photo: Graham Stuart)

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Hartlepool United favourite Darrell Clarke has described the financial troubles as 'heartbreaking' - and hopes the club can move forward.

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Pools target Luke James joins Bristol Rovers on loan

Darrell Clarke (right) is a wanted man

Ex-Hartlepool midfielder wanted by Leeds United for manager's job

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Hartlepool United duo Craig Hignett and Jake Carroll up for League Two awards

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Craig Hignett applauds the travelling fans after the Bristol Rovers defeat

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Jake Carroll

Hartlepool defender gutted by sloppy goals

Ellis Harrison (right) in action for Bristol Rovers against Pools earlier this season

Hartlepool is the pick for Bristol Rovers striker

New Hartlepool United signing Ellis Harrison

New Hartlepool United striker reveals why he joined Pools

Ellis Harrison gives chase to Jake Carroll when Pools played Bristol Rovers. Picture by FRANK REID

Hartlepool United sign Bristol Rovers match-winner Ellis Harrison on loan

Hartlepool United have signed Bristol Rovers striker Ellis Harrison on loan,

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Brad Walker celebrates his winning goal for Hartlepool United during their 2-1 away victory over Yeovil Town. Picture by Pinnacle Photo Agency

Hartlepool United v Bristol Rovers: Pools can move up says Brad Walker