Whitby Town are delighted to announce the exciting signing of midfielder Mackenzie Heaney.

Heaney has represented both Scotland and England as a youth International as he had both nations doing all they could to secure his services.

After featuring for Scotland at schoolboy level, Heaney then went on to gain eight caps at under-18 level for the Three Lions.

After coming through the Newcastle United academy, he remained at St James' Park until 2018 when he became one of a number of players to be released by Rafa Benitez as the Magpies went through something of a transitional period in their youth ranks.

Once his availability became known, a number of clubs were quick to show their interest in the midfielder including the likes of Norwich City and Wolverhampton Wanderers.

In fact, Wolves came extremely close to signing Heaney but with time running out on transfer deadline day the paperwork couldn't be completed.

The Whitby Town management have had to act quickly to get this deal over the line and he promises to be an exciting acquisition for the Seasiders.

Welcome to the club Mackenzie!