Double signing for Academy

Nottingham Forest Academy have completed the signings of midfielders Ethan Hull and Bobby Jack McAleese.

Hull is a winger and was previously with Manchester United, whilst McAleese joins from Northern Irish side Coleraine.

Both players join a squad who recently progessed into the semi final of the FA Youth Cup following a 3-1 victory away at Blackburn Rovers.

The Reds are currently enjoying their first campaign in Premier League 2 and Joyce says he's excited to welcome both players into the group.

"We’re always on the lookout to add quality players to an already very strong group and we see both players as exciting projects for the future.

"Both players are talented lads and Bobby will be hoping to emulate a couple of the other players that have come over from Northern Ireland over the past couple of years including Aaron Donnelly, Dale Taylor and Jamie McDonnell.

"He’s got a good brain and a good personality which is important along with his natural talent.

"Ethan was previously with Manchester United and he’s had a good upbringing there. He’s looking forward to coming in to work with the group and progress from there.

"It can difficult for the lads to come in midway through the season whilst the team are flying but we look forward to working with them."