One club, six goalkeepers ensures Portsmouth are in good hands

Kenny Jackett’s desire to add promising Taylor Seymour to his ranks further strengthens a position already well-stocked – both in terms of talent and numbers.

The 18-year-old, who has made two appearances for Lewes’ first-team this season, is earmarked for Academy and reserve duty with the Blues next term.

Certainly goalkeeping coach John Keeley has his hands full, with Seymour’s anticipated signing leaving six keepers on Pompey’s books.

While Alex Bass and Craig MacGillivray battle for the number-one spot, Luke McGee is officially on loan at Bradford, while American Duncan Turnbull joined shortly before football’s suspension.

Finally, Academy second-year keeper Leon Pitman broke a wrist earlier this season. He is now expected to be given a three-month contract next term.

Let’s not forget, Petar Durin departed in February in a mutually-agreed exit. The youngster was struggling to settle on the south coast and keen to return to his native Croatia.

Presently, there are plenty of options for the Blues who, nonetheless, must be heartened by the pool of goalkeeping talent at their disposal.

Naturally, their numbers will be reduced, with McGee set for a Fratton Park departure upon the expiry of his contract this summer.

The former Spurs man was Jackett’s first choice during his maiden season as manager in 2017-18, amassing 50 appearances.

However, following MacGillivray’s arrival and the confident emergence of Bass, McGee has made just five first-team squads since mid-December 2018.