Portsmouth in ‘advanced’ talks to secure former Leeds United’s man Fratton future

The Blues are set to tie the defender down to renewed terms, after his flying campaign at PO4 as John Mousinho’s side stormed to the League One title.

Shaughnessy was one of the surprise heroes of a never-to-be-forgotten campaign, after his arrival from Burton Albion 12 months ago.

The Republic of Ireland under-21 international sealed a two-year stay, with a club option to extend that agreement by 12 months.

Shaughnessy didn’t make Mousinho’s squad for the opening-day draw with Bristol Rovers at Fratton Park.

The 27-year-old played himself into contention, however, and went on to become a mainstay of Pompey’s defence as the campaign soared.

Shaughnessy’s stout defending and quality on the ball quickly established the centre-back as a popular figure with supporters.

The former Leeds United man also developed the habit of scoring key late goals, with stoppage-time winners against Wycombe and Carlisle.

Shaughnessy, of course, then stepped up with the goal which secured the League One crown in the 89th minute against Barnsley in April.

Now, according to Football Insider, talks are at an advanced stage over sealing new terms.

Pompey chief executive, Andy Cullen told The News at the start of the month, Pompey will look to secure the futures of the likes of Shaughnessy and those assets whose standing has grown over the past season.