Hartlepool United sign versatile Ebby Nelson-Addy

Ebby Nelson-Addy played for Villa's youth and reserve teams before his release in 2012.

Hartlepool United have signed free-agent utility player Ebby Nelson-Addy on undisclosed terms after a trial spell at Victoria Park.

Nelson-Addy, 22, came through the Aston Villa academy before his release in 2012, and subsequently had spells at Worcester City and Brackley.

"We like what we've seen from Ebby in training and the reserves," Pools boss Ronnie Moore told the club website.

"His versatility to play in a number of position gives us new attack options."