Gratton moves to Yorkshire Coast

The 21-year-old, who was born in Rotherham, made 24 appearances in all competitions for Belper Town last season.

Following the Nailers' relegation from the Northern Premier League, the Seasiders have fought off interest to bring in the talented, attack-minded player.

Gratton started his career with Rotherham United before having loan spells with Scarborough Athletic and Guiseley, along with a brief stint at Farsley Celtic before switching to Belper last season.

On the move, he said: "I've liked everything Nathan's had to say and he's sold the club to me really well.

"For me, it's just about coming in, playing games, and enjoying it. I feel that Whitby will be a good place where I'm able to do that.

"I've known Harrison [Beeden] for quite a while as I played with him in the youth team at Rotherham. He's always been in my ear saying good things about the club."

Seasiders manager Nathan Haslam said: "I was very impressed with Jacob when we played Belper away in November last year and from that day I kept my tabs on him.

"He's a player that I made a priority to get over the line this summer and I'm delighted to have got it done."

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