'His fingerprints are on everything' - Hughes lauds recruitment guru Wall

Rich Hughes has lauded the impressive work of recruitment guru Brad Wall and his 'unsung heroes'.

- by Neil Allen

And he insists the former Manchester City, Glasgow Rangers and Liverpool man has proven to be an outstanding replacement for the highly-regarded Phil Boardman.

Pompey turned to Wall as head of recruitment in May 2024 after the long-serving Boardman departed to become Everton's senior European scout.

He had previously spent 12 months as City's Premier League champions' Northern UK scouting manager and boasted an impressive pedigree which also included England under-19s.

Wall spearheaded the Blues' player hunt ahead of their Championship return following a 12-year absence - and to date has overseen 35 signings.

Sporting director Hughes told The News: 'Brad has been huge and invaluable to me and John.