Donaldson moves to National League Pools in a permanent deal after impressing in preseason trials.
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The 19-year-old, who joined Newcastle's Academy in 2019, will simultaneously join Dunston UTS, competitors in the Northern Premier League Division One East, on loan for the duration of the 2025/26 season.
Donaldson told Hartlepool's official club website: “I’m buzzing, to be honest. Coming in as a trialist, it was tough but all the lads made me feel welcome.
“I’ve played a few games and I thought I’d done alright, the support has been class as well and they’ve been really positive about my performances.
“This is in pre-season, too, so I cannot wait to see what it is like during the season.”