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Neo Eccleston at Victoria Park after completing his move to Hartlepool United ahead of the 2026/27 season.
The young defender became the club's 10th summer signing after leaving Huddersfield Town. Picture by Hartlepool United Football Club.

Neo Eccleston hails Hartlepool United as 'a massive football club with a proud history' after becoming 10th summer signing

"When the opportunity came up, it was one I wanted to take. This is a massive football club with a proud history, passionate supporters and a real expectation to be competing at the top end of the league, so it was a challenge that immediately appealed to me."

03.07.26, 13:56 Updated 03.07.26, 13:56 5 Minute Read

Robbie Stelling

Robbie Stelling

Neo Eccleston hailed Hartlepool United as "a massive football club with a proud history" after he agreed a one-year deal at Victoria Park.

The young defender, who is comfortable at right-back or in a more advanced role, became the club's 10th summer signing on Thursday.

Having released 13 players following the end of another underwhelming National League campaign, Pools have been working hard to assemble a squad capable of challenging for promotion next term.

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