The 22-year-old, who came through Rotherham United's Academy, departs after finding himself as a regular in the Town midfield during the 2023/24 campaign.

Born in Rotherham, Jacob joined his boyhood club aged nine. After progressing through their youth ranks, he went on to have senior loan spells at Scarborough Athletic, Guiseley and Farsley Celtic.

He moved to Farsley on a permanent basis in 2022 before linking up with Belper prior to his switch to the Towbar Express Stadium last summer.

Ahead of the 2024/25 season, Gratton returns to his former side Belper on a permanent basis.

Everyone at Whitby Town thanks Jacob for his service to the club and extends their best wishes for the next chapter in his career.