Carlisle sign Parker on loan from Hull

Hugh Parker warming up for a Hull first-team game in December, wearing a white sweatshirtImage source, Shutterstock
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Hugh Parker has been an unused sub for Hull, but is yet to make a first-team appearance

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Carlisle United have signed Hull City forward Hugh Parker on an initial one-month loan deal.

The 19-year-old joined the Tigers in February last year from League of Ireland side UCD and he has appeared on 21 occasions for their Under-21 side this season, scoring 10 goals.

"His capabilities as a forward complement what we already have in the building, and it's a great opportunity for him to develop under the guidance of the senior pros in the attacking areas, the Cumbrians' Head of Recruitment, Martin Foyle told the club website., external

Carlisle are third in the National League and are away to league leaders Rochdale on Saturday (15:00 GMT).