JONATHAN FRANKS is a promising attacking midfielder and forward who has represented England at youth level.

Born in Stockton, the 18-year-old scholar has impressed at Reserves level and was rewarded with a professional contract after a number of impressive performances for both club and country.

Franks along with fellow team-mates Porritt and Jason Steele helped England U17 progress to the final of the European Championships and also starred in the U17 World Cup in Korea.