SOMERSET all rounder Kasey Aldridge has joined Durham CCC on a one month loan.

The 24 year old, who hails from Chew Valley, will be playing for the north east county in the first few Vitality Blast matches

He will return ahead of the County Championship clash against Warwickshire at Edgbaston which begins on Sunday June 22.

Somerset CCC Director of Cricket Andy Hurry said: “This opportunity will enable Kasey to remain match fit and gain valuable First XI exposure at a time when first team places here are at a premium. We know what Kasey is capable of and it is therefore imperative that he is 100% ready to go when called upon.

“The club can benefit from the loan system and we look forward to welcoming Kasey back to the Cooper Associates County Ground at the end of his spell in the North East.”