Harmison signs first professional Durham deal
Charlie Harmison has signed a two-year deal with Durham, according to BBC Sport. Harmison is the son of Steve Harmison, who was an Ashes winner in 2005. The available report identifies the agreement as Charlie Harmison’s first professional deal with the county.

Charlie Harmison has signed a two-year deal with Durham, BBC Sport reports. The agreement is described as his first professional deal with the county.
Harmison is the son of Steve Harmison, who won the Ashes in 2005. No further details about the contract or Charlie Harmison’s playing role were provided in the available source.
The source does not specify when the deal begins, whether it includes appearances for Durham, or any other terms. It also does not provide a statement from Harmison or the county.
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