Good news for Pools ... at last!

Hartlepool United fans had almost forgotten what good news felt like when, somewhat unexpectedly, the club confirmed that popular midfielder Nathan Sheron had signed a new two-year contract last week.

- Robbie Stelling

The tireless 27-year-old was one of four high-profile players to have been offered a new deal at the end of the campaign, along with Mani Dieseruvwe, Joe Grey and David Ferguson, and becomes the first to commit his future to the club.

Given all the chaos, confusion and controversy that has overshadowed Pools in the last few months, there were fears that they could stand to lose all of their prize assets this summer. Now, there are hopes that Sheron's new deal might be a sign that more good news is around the corner.