Former Sheffield United, Swindon Town and Halifax Town midfielder Grant Smith has signed a short term deal with Coca Cola League One side Carlisle United.

Smith, who has been training with the Cumbrians recently, will need international clearance as his last club was in Finland.

The 27 year old made 11 appearances for the Shaymen whilst on loan from Bramhall Lane in the 2001/02 season.

He joins another former Shaymen in the Carlisle squad as Peter Murphy played for the Shaymen in the 2000/01 season.

Meanwhile defender Rob Pacey has joined Alfreton Town following his release from AFC Telford United.

Pacey spent pre-season at the Shay but a move for the former Doncaster defender wasn't agreed.