Hartlepool are poised to make a move for Bristol Rovers winger Ali Gibb. He has been involved in a contract dispute with the Pirates over his entitlement to a new deal at the Memorial Stadium.
The former Northampton and Stockport player joined Rovers on a free transfer from Stockport in March 2004,
Gibb has made 64 league appearances for the Pirates, although both of his last two campaigns have been interrupted by injury problems.