TAMWORTH have signed former Nottingham Forest central defender Aaron Mitchell to their squad.

The 20-year-old began the season on the books at Forest but his contract was cancelled in January.

He has since had a brief spell with Burton Albion but only made a reserve team appearance.

The towering central defender featured regularly in Forest manager Billy Davies' plans during pre-season and was known as 'Crouchy' at the City Ground.

His arrival is a massive boost for Lambs boss Gary Mills with Chris Smith out for suspension for the next two games.

Michael Blackwood is also sidelined due to the injury so Mitchell is expected to start at Mansfield Town tomorrow.