Ross Holland

Able to play in the centre of midfield or on either wing, Ross is a good technical player.

Based in Birtley, Ross joined the Academy at under-14 level.

He made one substitute appearance for the under-18s in 2010-11 while still a schoolboy.

Joining the club on a two-year scholarship in summer 2011, he played 22 games in 2011-12, scoring four goals.

Ross also made a single substitute appearance for the reserves during the same season.