Jackett throws down challenge to Pompey new boys

And the Pompey boss has outlined his plans for attacking new boys Ronan Curtis and Louis Dennis.

Jackett believes both players are capable of making an impression as they step into league football after agreeing deals at Fratton Park.

And the task for them is to show they can do just that as the Blues bid to make it to the Championship next term.

Dennis arrives from National League Bromley and Curtis joins from League of Ireland outfit Derry City, with the duo Pompey’s first confirmed business of the summer.

Some fans questioned the wisdom of bringing in two untried players at League One level but Jackett last week defended his policy of bringing in young, hungry players.

He feels both men have to prove they can bring goals to the table in the third tier of the English game.

Jackett said: ‘They are front-line players, forward players.

‘Both are forwards and creative players and I’m pleased to bring them both in.

‘They are good physically and I think, in terms of touch, passing and ability, they have a lot and can bring creativity and goals to the table.

‘They are both happy to make the step up and come into a club like Portsmouth.