Hartlepool bring in forward Oliver

Vadaine Oliver began his career at Sheffield Wednesday but never played for the Owls

Hartlepool United have brought in forward Vadaine Oliver to bolster their squad.

Oliver, 33, arrives as a free agent, having been released by Bradford City at the end of last season.

He spent the second half of last season on loan at Shrewsbury Town, scoring twice in 13 appearances.

Oliver has played more than 300 games in the EFL for clubs including Crewe, Mansfield, Morecambe, Northampton and Gillingham.