Long-serving former Pools defender David Ferguson admitted it was "tough" to leave Victoria Park over the summer and said he was still processing his departure. Former Hartlepool United defender David Ferguson has been reflecting on his Pools departure. Ferguson admits he's gearing up for an "emotional" evening when Pools travel to Gateshead, who he signed for in June, this week. Most fans were expecting the left-back to remain at Victoria Park over the summer. Your next Hartlepool United read: Pools player ratings from Shots defeat including three 4s and five 5s