The Pompey winger has made quite an impression on the hacks who cover their respective clubs in the third tier – including our very own Neil Allen. And he’s been handed a spot in their dream XI – the only Blues representative, though, to make the star-studded line-up. Christian Burgess is on the bench after, arguably, his best season at Fratton Park. But with Rotherham’s Michael Ihiekwe and Fleetwood’s Harry Souttar getting the vote at centre-back, the defender has clearly had some stiff competition to contend with. The formation chosen is one familiar to all Blues fans – 4-2-3-1, a favourite of Kenny Jackett. To find out who else has been included, simply click through the pictures.
5. Joe Jacobson - Left-back
The 33-year-old Wycombe left-back is Mr Consistency at this level. Has scored 10 goals in 33 appearances this season. | ©Pro Sports Images Ltd. www.prosportsimages.co.uk +44 7803 730548 Photo: Nigel Keene
6. Matt Crooks - Defensive Midfielder
The Millers midfielder has been a key performer in their race for promotion, scoring 11 goals in 39 appearances. | JPIMedia Photo: Scott Merrylees
7. Liam Walsh - Defensive Midfielder
The on-loan Bristol City midfielder is proving why they rate him so highly at Ashton Gate. Has made 35 appearances for the Sky Blues, scoring five times. | 2020 Getty Images Photo: Alex Davidson
8. Chris Maguire - Right-Wing
The only Sunderland player to make it into our team of the year. Is the Black Cats' top scorer with 11 goals in 41 appearances. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Frank Reid