SCOTT HARRISON is likely to rejoin Hartlepool United next month.

The Sunderland defender has already spent three months on loan at Victoria Park this season, but had to return to Wearside when his 93-day loan was up.

But with new boss Ronnie Moore seeking two new centre-halves in January, he’s already taking a close look at the one-time Darlington trainee.

"I don't know Scotty, I haven't seen an awful lot of him but he has played here before,’’ said Moore at this morning’s press conference.

"He is in for a few days so I can make an assessment.

"If he comes through that then we can proceed with bringing him in.

"But we are looking for experience too. Scotty has played games for a young kid but he is strong and competitive.’’

Moore, also linked with a move for Kasparrs Gorks has said he has no interest in the experienced Colchester centre-half.

Brad Walker is unlikely to be involved in the Boxing Day trip to Mansfield, Tommy Miller could be back for Sunday’s game with Morecambe at Victoria Park and Jack Compton is not training because of a stomach bug. Michael Duckworth may return on Boxing Day.