Pompey boss refuses to be drawn on Curtis speculation

Derry City winger Ronan Curtis. Picture: Lorcan Dohery/presseye

But the boss insisted the Blues will be proactive during the summer transfer window.

Pompey are in advanced talks with Curtis over a move to Fratton Park and are willing to meet the substantial fee Derry City are demanding for the forward.

Although Jackett declined to comment on the 22-year-old’s future, he revealed he is looking to bring a number of new recruits to the Blues over the summer.

The boss said: ‘He’s a Derry player and I don’t like talking about other teams’ players.

‘I don’t like it when other managers necessarily talk about my players or my club.

‘We’re in a situation where we’re pursuing a number of options, definitely.

‘We are trying to be proactive and, if we can, build a good squad and a good side that will gel together well in pre-season.’

Get the lowdown on Derry City’s Ronan Curtis from Derry Journal reporter Simon Collins here.