Ben Close's Portsmouth departure confirms as he pens three-year deal at League One rivals Doncaster

Ben Close has completed his Pompey departure.
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The midfielder has joined League One rivals Doncaster Rovers on a free transfer, signing a three-year deal at the Keepmoat Stadium.

It spells the end of Close's time at his boyhood club, having graduated through the youth ranks.

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In total, he made 190 appearances for Pompey, scoring 19 goals.

During his time at Fratton Park, Close helped the Blues capture the Checkatrade Trophy at Wembley in 2019 and clinch successive play-off finishes in the 2018-19 and 2019-20 campaigns.

The Southsea lad was offered a new deal to extend his stay on the south coast.

After Pompey turned down the chance of activating the option of an additional 12 months, they tabled him a two-year contract – but on reduced terms.

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Close instead decided to explore his possibilities as a free agent this summer.

Ben Close. Picture: Joe PeplerBen Close. Picture: Joe Pepler
Ben Close. Picture: Joe Pepler

Close links up with former Blues team-mate Noel Hunt – who is assistant manager to Richie Wellens – at Donny.

He will return to PO4 with Rovers during the 2021-22 season.