Primus, a Living Pompey legend!

After returning from injury this season, Primus returned to Charlton Athletic, the club where he briefly started his career, making 10 appearances for Phil Parkinson’s side before returning to Pompey and working his way up back through from the reserves at Christmas.

Linvoy said: “My main aim now is really just to play as many games as possible and just wait for my chance. I’ve been in positions like this before and I know that if I’m on top of my game, wherever I play, then I’ve got a chance to get back into the first team.”

Primus’ hard work and commitment hasn’t stopped there though, after returning to Pompey from his loan spell at Charlton, Primus has become determined to help out the young academy players coming through the ranks, playing in the reserves.

“I’m playing with these young players who look to me to lead and to be the voice of the team and that’s what I’ve tried to do. Hopefully the chance will come, but if not I’m just going to enjoy playing and trying to help out this group.”

In May 2008 as we all remember, Portsmouth beat West Brom in the FA Cup final to lift the trophy for the first time since 1939, and although Primus didn’t feature at all for Pompey last season, when the gentle giant lifted the trophy to celebrate, he got the biggest roar out of all the players and staff, as the fans showed their appreciation to Primus’ hard work and commitment.

Primus has also been labelled as one of the nicest guys at Portsmouth, and anyone who has met him in and around the city would surely agree.

With a smile on his face, and the support of the Pompey fans, Primus will be looking forward to what may be his last couple of seasons playing football, but not his last few years at Portsmouth.

Primus said: “As football comes to an end I believe that there is more to come with life after football with Portsmouth, with the charity. I’m really excited about the next part of my life, and I believe the next part is going to be just as good if not better than playing football.”

The idea of a job somewhere in the set-up excites both parties, and could see Primus extending his stay at Pompey. Peter Storrie added: “I think we need to do something. Whether Linvoy could act as an ambassador or whatever it takes to be involved in the club. I think he would be ideal for that role."

Although it would appear he has a role at the club after he retires, Linvoy doesn’t think he’s quite finished yet. “When I know in my heart that I’m ready then I’ll stop, but I’m not going to put a number on it,” said Primus.

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