Irish defender signs new Pompey deal

The new deal will keep the 22-year-old at Fratton Park until 2013.

“I’ve always wanted to stay at Pompey,” he told the club’s official website.

“This is my seventh year here and I really enjoy it.

“The fans are great and I couldn’t imagine playing anywhere else.”

“I’ve really enjoyed playing first-team football this season and learning from some very experienced players,” he added.

“There are a lot of good players here and even just training alongside them has helped me improve my game.”