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Portsmouth: Josh Griffiths would be a ‘great signing’, says David Norris
West Brom goalkeeper Josh Griffiths would be a ‘great signing’ for Portsmouth this summer, according to former Pompey midfielder David Norris.
The Lowdown: Griffiths linked with Pompey move
The 19-year-old enjoyed a superb 2020/21 season, shining on loan at Cheltenham Town and helping them finish the League Two campaign as champions.
Griffiths started 44 of their 46 league matches, proving to be an influential figure and being hailed as ‘brilliant’ by manager Michael Duff.
The youngster has been linked with a move to Pompey this summer as Danny Cowley looks to steer his side into the Championship.
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The Latest: Norris keen on goalkeeper signing
Speaking to Football League World, Norris talked up the idea of Griffiths moving to Fratton Park, saying that he could be a great addition for the League One side. The 40-year-old stated:
“I think he’d be a great signing, Cheltenham had a very good defensive record when he was there.
“They kept a lot of clean sheets with him in the team, you know, over 20 clean sheets. So they obviously had a decent keeper in their side, so I think that would be a good signing for the club to make.”
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The Verdict: Potential great addition
Griffiths seems to be a wonderful prospect, already thriving at such a young age in a position where players can often peak into their 30s.
He could be an exciting signing by Pompey if they pull it off, replacing Craig MacGillivray after his move to Charlton Athletic and aiding a hopeful promotion push.
Griffiths is still only a teenager and the step up to League One could be significant at this stage in his career, but he showed such confidence at Cheltenham that this seems the next natural step for him.
In other news, Norris has called for one player to return to Portsmouth this summer. Find out who it is here.
