Hartlepool have secured the signing of Leicester keeper Brad Young on a season-long loan. Young, 21, originally joined Leicester in 2021 from Hartlepool.

What does this mean for Hartlepool?

The signing of Young is a significant boost to Hartlepool's squad, with manager Darren Sarll expressing his delight at the acquisition.

Young said, “I’m buzzing to be back here – after coming through the Academy and being a local lad, this opportunity means a lot.”

Why is this signing important?

Hartlepool are currently 9th in the National League, with 68 points from 46 games, and have a recent form of LWWLD. | Stat | Value | | --- | --- | | League standing | 9th | | Points | 68 | | Recent form | LWWLD | | Goals scored | 54 | | Goals conceded | 59 |

What comes next for Hartlepool?

With Young on board, Hartlepool will be looking to improve their standing in the league and close the 40-point gap to leaders York. Their last result was a 3-1 loss to Boston United on April 25, 2026. Sarll added: “I think Brad is the quintessential type of signing we’ve tried to make all summer. He’s a good player, with a great personality and understanding of what it takes to play for Hartlepool and in the North East.”