By . Oliver Todd . Follow @@oliver_todd . Controversial striker Nile Ranger has signed for crisis club Blackpool. The former Newcastle United and Swindon centre forward has agreed a one year deal at Bloomfield Road, with the option of a further year. He is available for selection in the seaside club's first home game of the season against Blackburn on Saturday. On his way: Former Newcastle striker Nile Ranger has agreed terms with Blackpool . Ranger, whose career has been blighted by a string of off-field controversies, left Swindon Town in May after his contract was mutually terminated. The 23-year-old former England youth international scored eight goals in 22 games for Swindon. He has also had spells on loan at Barnsley and Sheffield Wednesday while on Newcastle’s books.
Former Newcastle forward has agreed to join the seaside club . His contract includes the option for an additional year if things go well . Ranger had his contract at Swindon terminated in May .