Portsmouth closing in on Exeter's Lewis Ward on busy day of goalkeeping developments
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While they have today also run the rule over Huddersfield youngster Jacob Chapman in training.
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Hide AdWith Alex Bass injured, the Blues have rookie Duncan Turnbull serving as a number two, with the American featuring in their last five squads.
However, Pompey have been weighing up finding a more experienced option.
However, Exeter stopper Ward is Jackett’s favoured loan choice and in line for a Fratton Park switch.
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Hide AdThe 23-year-old has appeared 10 times for the League Two outfit this season, with 33 outings overall.
His last match was their 2-0 FA Cup defeat to Sheffield Wednesday earlier this month.
Former Reading keeper Ward has also seen service with Aldershot, Northampton and Forest Green Rovers.
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