Portsmouth boss Harry Redknapp is convinced new signing Martin Cranie has the ability to reach the very top in the game.
"It's not a gamble, he's got a bit of pedigree there.
"It depends how much he wants it but he has the chance of being a top player, definitely.
"Martin's got a good engine, gets up and down, reads the game well and can play at right-back, centre-half or even midfield at a pinch.
"If he works hard at his game, he can be a big player for this football club."