Pompey fought off interest from rival clubs to land 25-year-old Havant & Waterlooville midfielder Nigel Atangana.

Boss Andy Awford told the club website: 'I watched Nigel play on numerous occasions for the Hawks last season and was impressed with what I saw. I believe he’s capable of making the step up and playing in the Football League.

'I’d like to thank Derek Pope and Lee Bradbury at Havant & Waterlooville for their assistance and support because there was interest from other clubs. But it’s great that Nigel’s chosen to come and play for Pompey and I look forward to working with him.'

Hawks director Trevor Brock said: 'Pompey have got themselves a special player. He’s been fantastic for us and I’m confident he’ll be a success at Fratton Park. I’m very pleased that we’ve been able to negotiate a deal with Pompey in preference over several other interested clubs.'

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