Alfreton Town snap up Sheffield United youngster
The Reds boss has signed former Sheffield United defender Jason Paling on a one-year contract after the youngster impressed in pre-season training and games.
The 19-year-old Barnsley-born player joined the Blades aged 12 and progressed to play for both United’s U18s and U21 sides as a result of which he was rewarded with a first-year professional contract in the summer of 2014.
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Hide AdDuring the 2014/15 campaign, Paling went out on loan to Stocksbridge Park Steels for a month but was released at the end of the campaign.
A tenacious and committed performer, he can play either right-back or on the right side of midfield.
Law said: “He is a young lad who was with Sheffield United and did quite well on loan at Stocksbridge Park Steels last season.
“He has come in and done well pre-season, played right-back and also played up in midfield as well.
“He is a steady young lad who we are looking to develop through to progressing into a first team regular.”