Quakers sign Newcastle striker

31 January 2011 16:13
Darlington have today confirmed the signing of striker John Campbell from Northern League side Newcastle Benfield.[LNB] The 22-year-old forward, who's scored 25 goals for Benfield this season, has signed an 18-month contract at the Northern Echo Arena after completing a medical at the weekend.[LNB] Darlington received clearance at midday today after agreeing an undisclosed fee with the Northern League first division club, which could rise with appearances and performances.[LNB] Quakers chairman Raj Singh today said: It's another good signing for the club.[LNB] Mark Cooper did his homework on John and he'd attracted a lot of interest, including from some League One clubs.[LNB] The deal is performance-related which suits all parties, with an option to extend it by a further year or possibly two, if we want to.[LNB] We're delighted to be giving the lad a chance but the deal works for us as well.[LNB] Campbell, Benfield's top scorer this season and the second top marksman in the Northern League first division, had a spell as a YTS at Manchester City and has recently had trials with Swindon and Leyton Orient.[LNB]

Source: Northern_Echo