Powell was released by Derby County in January

Former Southampton and Derby defender Darren Powell will get a run-out for Leeds United's reserve team at Hartlepool on Wednesday.

The 33-year-old centre-back has been training with the club at Thorp Arch.

Manager Simon Grayson told the club's website: "Darren has been training with us on a trial basis and we've been having a look at him.

"This is the first reserve game we've had so it's an opportunity for us to take another look."

Powell's most recent senior appearance came for Derby County in January.

He has made eight appearances for the Rams following his move from Southampton last November.

Powell spent three years at St Mary's, making 50 appearances, he previously had spells with West Ham, Crystal Palace and Brentford.

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