Charlie Harmison signs professional deal with Durham

Durham has signed 18-year-old fast bowler Charlie Harmison to a two-year professional contract. The son of 2005 Ashes winner Steve Harmison, he has previously represented England at the Under-19 level.

Harmison is the fourth son of the 2005 Ashes-winning squad to sign professional terms with a County Championship club, joining the sons of Michael Vaughan and Andrew Flintoff. The signing coincides with Durham's return to the top flight after winning the Division Two title. Wicketkeeper-batter Robbie Bowman and batter Luke Symington also joined the club on rookie deals.

Editor's note: Comprehensive coverage of the signing, including the correct context regarding the other sons of the 2005 Ashes squad.