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Portsmouth favourite’s frank response to being eyed for new role following international switch

John Mousinho is considering a change of role for the Pompey player of the season - now Terry Devlin has given his response to that Championship prospect.

By Jordan Cross · Portsmouth News

Published: Saturday, 14 November 2026 at 4:57 PM

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Terry Devlin stated he is willing to play at left wing-back for Portsmouth if required by John Mousinho.
Devlin made his debut in the left-sided role during Northern Ireland's 3-0 win against Ukraine.
Portsmouth manager John Mousinho is considering the switch because Jayden Meghoma is his only fit specialist left-back.

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Portsmouth player of the season Terry Devlin has confirmed he is ready to play at left-back or left wing-back for the Championship club. The 23-year-old was recently deployed in the position by Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill during a 3-0 victory against Ukraine, prompting Pompey head coach John Mousinho to consider utilising him there as well.

Mousinho is weighing up the positional switch as Jayden Meghoma is currently Portsmouth's only fit senior left-back. Devlin stated he had never featured at left wing-back before his international appearance but remains eager to slot in anywhere across the pitch to help the team.

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