The end of a quite a journey for Morrell

This news that Joe Morrell has retired at the age of 28 comes as a big surprise.

Earlier this summer there had been initial interest from both Reading and Plymouth in signing him and Morrell had said himself he was ready to return.

But ultimately his troublesome knee that has prevented him playing since Portsmouth's 2-2 draw at Oxford United in January 2024 has ended his career.

It's been quite a journey, going from not being able to get a game with Margate to impressing at the European Championship and playing in a World Cup.

Always interesting to listen to, he was popular in both the dressing room and amongst supporters for his whole hearted committed performances.