Elliot Forbes joins Spartans on loan from Gateshead

Blyth Spartans are thrilled to confirm the loan signing of Elliot Forbes from Gateshead on a deal running until January 1st, 2024.

The 24-year-old offers versatility and strength to Graham Fenton's side as he can be deployed in midfield as well as defence, being a strong competitor wherever he lines up on the field.

The Heed academy graduate signed his first professional contract with the club in the summer of 2018 having impressed in their under-19s side as well as on loan at Newcastle Benfield.

He returned to Gateshead ahead of the 2019/20 campaign for his second season as a professional and successfully transitioned from midfield to become a key part of Mike Williamson's defence.

Forbes was forced to miss the vast majority of Gateshead's 2021/22 title-winning National League North season due to injury.

He then spent the early proportion of last season on loan at Spennymoor Town where he made eight appearances for The Moors.

Forbes is available for selection in tonight's fixture away to Scarborough Athletic.

Welcome to Blyth Spartans, Elliot!