Portsmouth loosen purse strings with wait for Matt Clarke's Brighton exit not slowing move for Rangers target George Edmundson

Pompey are set to splash the cash to land Oldham's George Edmundson.
Pompey target George Edmundson. Photo by Clive Rose/Getty ImagesPompey target George Edmundson. Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images
Pompey target George Edmundson. Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images

And the in-demand defender’s arrival at Fratton Park isn't dependent on Matt Clarke leaving this summer.

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And they are primed to beat off strong interest from Scottish giants Rangers, as well as Peterborough, to bring in the highly-regarded Latics talent.

Pompey target George Edmundson. Photo by Clive Rose/Getty ImagesPompey target George Edmundson. Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images
Pompey target George Edmundson. Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images

It's a move which shows Pompey mean business when it comes to their recruitment, and the challenge of bridging the gap from last season's near miss in the bid to reach the Championship.

Kenny Jackett is big fan of Edmundson, who really emerged at Boundary Park last season, making 54 of his 79 league appearances.

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But Edmundson has now become the area of prime focus, after their offer usurped previous bids from Rangers.

Pompey’s offer is north of that figure, however, with personal terms to be agreed to see a switch completed.

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Chief executive Mark Catlin has stated there is a contingency in place for any extra money coming into the club via player sales.

But the Blues are continuing with their efforts to bring in their targets, and are comfortable with the scenario of Clarke staying put for another season.

Edmundson is a right-footed defender who plays on the left side of a central partnership, meaning he would offer versatility to Jackett’s defensive options.

Paul Downing remains another strong summer option for Pompey with the move for the defender advancing.

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