Portsmouth defender has to be handed new deal

Pompey fans have been responding to the question of whether Nathan Thompson deserves a new contract after he expressed his desire to remain at Fratton Park. Here's a selection of those views.

By The Newsroom

Published 12th Dec 2018, 13:03 BST

Updated 9th Jan 2019, 08:18 BST

Fans are adamant Nathan Thompson deserves a new deal. Picture: Joe Pepler

Too bloody right, love his tackles, so funny, got to be one of the best defenders in League One. PUPTrevor SutchÂ

Sign a contract before falling to his knees and then his stomach with his arms out.Â

Quality player though, quietly smashing it.Â He's much better than he was last seasonEd WatsonÂ A professional in all aspects of being a footballer.Jamie Dunsmore Nathan Thompson has to be the master of buying free kicks. That shield, drop to the knees and then belly flop to the ground is iconic.Â

@HarvMarksy

Thompson himself has been an absolute rock in our defence - a great asset to our club!Â Â

@CarloFooty

Most improved player ? Nathan Thompson. Been immense last few weeks.

@Real_Dan_Horton

Yes. Solid player - could make the step up to the Championship I think.Ryan CrockfordÂ He definitely deserve a new contract.Rhys Watson