James Belshaw joins Harrogate on permanent deal

By Barney Corkhill | 11 Jan 2024 19:01, Last updated: 04 Jun 2025 23:44

ðŸ‘€ We are ð—±ð—²ð—¹ð—¶ð—´ð—µð˜ð—²ð—± to announce the return of goalkeeper @jbelly31 on a permanent deal from @Official_BRFC

Full story is now on our website ðŸ’»

— Harrogate Town AFC (@HarrogateTown) January 11, 2024

"I have some unbelievable memories at this football club from my first time here. I sat down with the manager after the Notts County game and discussed the possibility of coming back on a full-time basis.," he told the club website.

"The move was something that I was keen to do. After that, there was a lot of conversations taking place but my side of it was straight forward. I am absolutely buzzing to be back."

Manager Simon Weaver added: "I am delighted to get this deal for Belly over the line. The fans have made their feelings clear for a number of weeks now so I'm sure they will be equally pleased.

"He has returned a better player than he was in his first spell and I think that comes from the experience he has gained at this level and the level above. He is like an outfield player in terms of his ability with the ball at his feet.

"I know the lads in the changing room really like him so this signing adds even more of a buzz around the club."