Young Pompey defender will be handled with care

By The Newsroom
Published 17th Sep 2016, 18:00 BST
Updated 7th Jun 2018, 18:02 BST
Pompey youngster Calvin Davies Picture: Neil MarshallPompey youngster Calvin Davies Picture: Neil Marshall
Pompey youngster Calvin Davies Picture: Neil Marshall
CALVIN DAVIES' return to action will not be rushed.

Bognor have pledged to ease the right-back in gently after he agreed a loan move to Nyewood Lane.

And the Rocks are hopeful their relationship with Pompey can lead to more young pros gaining senior game time there.

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Davies has agreed a youth loan with Jamie Howell’s side, which also still makes him available for his parent club at under-23 level.

The 19-year-old is now fit after suffering a foot injury in March during a previous loan spell with Bognor.

Boss Jamie Howell promised he’ll be well looked after at his club.

He said: ‘The lad needs some games and we can offer him that.