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SHAKA HISLOP is ready to leap to Pompey's rescue – and save his Fratton career.


Supporters are clamouring for Hislop to be restored to Pompey's goal at the expense of Kostas Chalkias.

But the Greek keeper today told Velimir Zajec: Stick with me.

Hislop is hoping for a dramatic return against former side Newcastle in eight days.

It would be an extraordinary turnaround after he was frozen out of the side by boss Zajec.

But Pompey's precarious position just six points above the relegation zone has heightened pressure for change.

Their fortunes have tumbled since regular keeper Hislop was axed in January.

Chalkias has conceded 13 goals in six games since his arrival from Panathinaikos.

Hislop said: 'I would be delighted to get back into the team. I've always kept myself prepared to play again.

'But I don't make these decisions and am prepared for whatever happens. The manager hasn't spoken to me.'

Chalkias is standing defiantly in the face of criticism and vowed he was strong enough to continue in goal.

He said: 'I've played two games against difficult sides – Arsenal and Manchester United.

'I think there were things to take from the way we all performed. We played well for 90 minutes against United and well for 40 minutes against Arsenal.'