In this article, I will be discussing and sharing my retained list as Hartlepool United’s season comes to an end.
Pete Jameson – Resign
Jameson has been impressive since arriving from Harrogate. Despite having a few shocking moments, overall he’s been solid and I would definitely try to get him back next season.
Joel Dixon – Sell
Dixon has struggled since arriving from Bolton in the summer. The keeper has started the majority of the games this season but has recently lost his place to Pete Jameson who has been outright better. I would sell Dixon if we get the opportunity.
Danny Dodds – Keep
Dodds has been injured since August so I think it would harsh to say we need to release him. When he comes back next season I think he’ll be a big player for us.
David Ferguson – Keep
Ferguson has been a key player for years now and I think he’ll be a big part of our promotion push next season.
Alex Lacey – Sell
Lacey has struggled with injury’s since arriving 2022. He hasn’t really been able to keep a place in the team and therefore I think it would be best to let him go.
Edon Pruti – Sell
Only played 1 game this season and was appalling. Pretty simple decision for me.
Kieran Burton – Keep
Hasn’t really been given a chance and has been on loan since January. I think Burton has the potential to be a good player so therefore I would keep him.
Manny Onariase – Sell
Played the majority of the games under John Askey and our defensive record suffered because of it. I don’t think he’s good enough if we are wanting to gain promotion next season so I would get rid.
Brody Paterson – Sell
Since arriving from Celtic in 2022, he has been poor. Despite signs of improvement at times this season, I still don’t think he’s good enough so I would release.
Luke Hendrie – Try Get Him Back
I think he’s been solid since he’s arrived. Despite being injured since February. I would definitely try resign him.
Kwaku Odruah – Never Again
Awful. That’s all I’m saying about him
Kieran Wallace – Sell
Unfortunately I don’t think he’s good enough. Despite giving his best efforts I don’t think he’s good enough to be part of the team next season so I would let him go.
Callum Cooke – Sell
It’s pretty simple to me that Cooke doesn’t want to be here. Therefore I would cash in on him and try use funds on other players.
Tom Crawford – Keep
I think Crawford has improved this season. Obviously not the quickest player in the world but I think he’s a very solid player who I think can be vital next season
Anthony Mancini – Keep
On his day he’s the best player in the league. He’s had a few injury issues this year but hopefully he can stay fit throughout the season and be a vital part of the team.
Terrell Agyemang – Don’t sign back
I think Terrell has the makings of being a top player but I don’t think he’s someone we need. I wish him the best because he always puts in 100 percent effort but I don’t think he’s good enough unfortunately.
Nicky Featherstone – Keep
Think Featherstone should stay another year before his retirement. On his day he’s a very solid player so would keep him if we can.
Jake Hastie – Release
As a lot of people know I have a very good relationship with Jake and he is my favourite player. Unfortunately he’s suffered a lot of abuse from fans and he hasn’t really kicked on. I like Jake and I think it’s for the best that he leaves the club.
Brennan Dickenson – Don’t renew his loan
I don’t think he’s good enough. I think he’s struggled injury’s over the last few years but I think he’s not good enough to play for us unfortunately.
Chay Cooper – Never Again
He’s awful that’s all I have to say unfortunately.
Otis Khan – Don’t Renew
I think Khan is a good player but we’ve only seen him play once before he got injured so it’s unfair to rate him. I wish him all the best tho.
Josh Umerah – Sell
I think this season he’s really struggled surprisingly. I don’t know if it’s because of a personal issue or what but I think we need to get rid of him unfortunately.
Chris Wreh – Sell
I think Chris but unfortunately he’s not good enough. Looks likely to be joining Tamworth so I wish him the best.
Courtney Duffus – Get Rid
Like Cooper and Odurah, he’s been awful so I think getting rid is the best for both parties.
I think this list shows how much chance is needed at the football club. Hopefully next season Phillips is given a good budget and we can gain promotion back to the Football League.