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EnglandEnglandFounded 2012
Steve Watson
Steve WatsonManager
Home Venue
Blackwell Meadows
25,000 capacity
Dan Hopper
Dan Hopper
Aug 15, 2025
Free
Carlisle UnitedCarlisle United
DarlingtonDarlington
Ellis Stanton
Ellis Stanton
Aug 08, 2025
Free
Newcastle United U21Newcastle United U21
DarlingtonDarlington
Alfie Myers-Smith
Alfie Myers-Smith
Jul 19, 2025
Free
Middlesbrough U21Middlesbrough U21
DarlingtonDarlington
Peter Jameson
Peter Jameson
Jul 09, 2025
Free
GatesheadGateshead
DarlingtonDarlington
Will McGowan
Will McGowan
Jul 03, 2025
Free
GatesheadGateshead
DarlingtonDarlington
Shea Connor
Shea Connor
Apr 21, 2025
Free
Middlesbrough U21Middlesbrough U21
DarlingtonDarlington
Will McGowan
Will McGowan
Mar 28, 2025
Free
GatesheadGateshead
DarlingtonDarlington
Charlie Stirland
Charlie Stirland
Feb 21, 2025
Free
Milton Keynes DonsMilton Keynes Dons
DarlingtonDarlington
Jonny Haase
Jonny Haase
Jan 31, 2025
Free
Bishop AucklandBishop Auckland
DarlingtonDarlington
Jack Lambert
Jack Lambert
Nov 29, 2024
Free
Kidderminster HarriersKidderminster Harriers
DarlingtonDarlington
Caden Kelly
Caden Kelly
Oct 17, 2024
Free
Sunderland U21Sunderland U21
DarlingtonDarlington
Will McGowan
Will McGowan
Sep 19, 2024
Free
GatesheadGateshead
DarlingtonDarlington
Oli Thompson
Oli Thompson
Aug 23, 2024
Free
GatesheadGateshead
DarlingtonDarlington
Levi Andoh
Levi Andoh
Aug 19, 2024
Free
York CityYork City
DarlingtonDarlington
Will Flint
Will Flint
Aug 09, 2024
Free
Doncaster RoversDoncaster Rovers
DarlingtonDarlington
Elliot Forbes
Elliot Forbes
Jul 30, 2024
Free
Blyth SpartansBlyth Spartans
DarlingtonDarlington
Peter Jameson
Peter Jameson
Jul 05, 2024
Free
Harrogate TownHarrogate Town
DarlingtonDarlington
Scott Barrow
Scott Barrow
Jul 01, 2024
Free
York CityYork City
DarlingtonDarlington
Jayden Sekete
Jayden Sekete
Jul 01, 2024
Free
Sunderland U18Sunderland U18
DarlingtonDarlington
Aidan Rutledge
Aidan Rutledge
Mar 22, 2024
Free
GatesheadGateshead
DarlingtonDarlington
Joseph Gibson
Joseph Gibson
Mar 12, 2024
Free
Middlesbrough U21Middlesbrough U21
DarlingtonDarlington
Matthew Young
Matthew Young
Feb 16, 2024
Free
Sunderland U18Sunderland U18
DarlingtonDarlington
Cedric Main
Cedric Main
Jan 26, 2024
Free
York CityYork City
DarlingtonDarlington
Cardo Siddik
Cardo Siddik
Dec 22, 2023
Free
TBCTBC
DarlingtonDarlington
Bradley Williams
Bradley Williams
Dec 08, 2023
Free
Harrogate TownHarrogate Town
DarlingtonDarlington
Akwasi Asante
Akwasi Asante
Nov 14, 2023
Free
ChesterfieldChesterfield
DarlingtonDarlington
Jack Hannah
Jack Hannah
Sep 30, 2023
Free
Middlesbrough U21Middlesbrough U21
DarlingtonDarlington
David Robson
David Robson
Sep 29, 2023
Free
Hull CityHull City
DarlingtonDarlington
Finlay Barnes
Finlay Barnes
Aug 25, 2023
Free
York CityYork City
DarlingtonDarlington
Jake Cooper
Jake Cooper
Feb 24, 2023
Free
AltrinchamAltrincham
DarlingtonDarlington
Daniel Dodds
Daniel Dodds
Sep 30, 2022
Free
Middlesbrough U21Middlesbrough U21
DarlingtonDarlington
Diogo Barbosa
Diogo Barbosa
Sep 12, 2022
Free
Mt Druitt TownMt Druitt Town
DarlingtonDarlington
Ben Liddle
Ben Liddle
Aug 18, 2022
Free
Bristol RoversBristol Rovers
DarlingtonDarlington
Dominic McHale
Dominic McHale
Mar 25, 2022
Free
AFC Telford UnitedAFC Telford United
DarlingtonDarlington
Adriano Moké
Adriano Moké
Mar 16, 2022
Free
Spennymoor TownSpennymoor Town
DarlingtonDarlington
Tyrone O'Neill
Tyrone O'Neill
Jan 01, 2022
Free
Scunthorpe UnitedScunthorpe United
DarlingtonDarlington
Jake Lawlor
Jake Lawlor
Nov 12, 2021
Free
Hartlepool UnitedHartlepool United
DarlingtonDarlington
Jack Lambert
Jack Lambert
Sep 15, 2021
Free
TBCTBC
DarlingtonDarlington
Jake Cooper
Jake Cooper
Sep 10, 2021
Free
Rotherham UnitedRotherham United
DarlingtonDarlington

Transfer Analysis

A comprehensive look at Darlington's transfer activity over the past decade.

Transfer Activity

How active has Darlington been in the transfer market over the past decade?

Darlington has been very active in the transfer market, completing 77 transfers over the past 6 seasons. This includes 39 incoming moves and 38 departures. The most active season was 2024/25 with 33 transactions, while 2020/21 saw just 1.

Transfer Window Patterns

When does Darlington prefer to do their business?

Darlington is conducting almost all business in summer. The summer window accounts for 92% of all transfer activity (71 moves), compared to 8% in January (6 moves). Summer spending totals €0 vs €0 in winter windows.

Net Spend Evolution

Tracking the balance between investment and sales over time.

The cumulative net spend chart tracks Darlington's overall market position over time. Values above zero indicate net profit (more sold than spent), while values below represent net investment. Currently, the club sits at a cumulative spend of €0. The balance between spending and sales has remained relatively stable.

Positions Targeted

Which areas of the squad has Darlington invested in?

Darlington's recruitment has been with a clear emphasis on midfielder signings, with Midfielders representing 38% of incoming transfers (15 signings). Defender arrivals account for another 33% (13 players).

Positions Sold From

Where has Darlington seen the most outgoing activity?

The club has seen most departures from Defender positions (37%, 14 players), followed by Midfielders at 29% (11 players). While recruitment has focused on midfielders, departures have predominantly been defenders, indicating a deliberate shift in squad composition.

Fee Breakdown

How does Darlington's spending distribute across price brackets?

The majority of Darlington's incoming business (100%) has been Free transfers. This suggests a cost-conscious approach, maximising value from free transfers.

Signing Age Profile

What age groups has Darlington targeted in recruitment?

Darlington has focused on 21-25 signings, with 46% of arrivals in this age bracket. Only 16% of signings were 30 or older. This indicates a balanced approach across age groups.

Free Transfers

How much value has Darlington found in the free agent market?

Free transfers have accounted for 100% of incoming moves over the past decade. Notable free signings include Dan Hopper, Ellis Stanton, Alfie Myers-Smith. In total, Darlington has brought in 39 players without a transfer fee.

Loan Movements

How has Darlington utilized the loan market?

Darlington has utilized the loan market sparingly, preferring permanent deals, sending out 6 players and bringing in 3 on temporary deals over the decade. The most loan activity came in 2024/25 with 4 moves.