Ben, 20, made a promising debut for Northallerton in Tuesday's visit to Shildon and adds to manager Jamie Poole's forward options. After graduating from the Sunderland AFC Academy, where he was a regular for their U-18s, he had spells at Bishop Auckland and West Auckland before joining Consett.

He recently enjoyed a spell with Melbourne side Casey Comets and Town had to obtain his international clearance before he was eligible to play for us.

"I'm looking forward to the chance to play regularly and help Northallerton win games," says Ben.

"I'm fighting fit and getting my bounce back. Northallerton are a big club and I'm really pleased to get this chance."

Ben is the grandson of former Middlesbrough and Hartlepool defender Peter Creamer, who was at Dean Street on Tuesday to enjoy his debut.