Hartlepool United manager Craig Hignett.

This morning manager Craig Hignett revealed he his hopeful he can add to his squad before the day is out - subject to international clearance.

He said: “I expect signings all the time! We are hoping to get one over the line today.

“Maybe today, but a lot depends on international clearance and some federations are quicker than others and getting a couple in this season would help us for next season.

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“We got Fraser Kerr in last week and I felt he was excellent on his debut last weekend for his first game, and a great lad around the place. We want players who know the league and are good characters and I would sacrifice a bit of quality for a good character because we are going to need characters and a good spirit next season.’’