West Bromwich Albion goalkeeper Josh Griffiths has joined Portsmouth on a season-long loan.

The 20-year-old, who came through the Albion academy ranks, spent last season on loan at League One rivals Lincoln City, where he played in 33 games.

Blues boss Danny Cowley said: "He's one that we've been patiently waiting for and actually came very close to signing around this time last year.

"The timing wasn't quite right on that occasion, but we're absolutely delighted to have him with us now.

"Josh is a top young goalkeeper and we want to accelerate his progress. It's a move that can work for everybody.

"He's a great kid who's extremely professional and hard-working, while staying focused on trying to get better every single day.

"He's an excellent shot stopper and is also very good with his feet, so he's a really rounded goalkeeper.

"Josh has brilliant loan experience already at Cheltenham and Lincoln. We think it's a good time for him to come here.

"He will certainly provide a physical presence in the box and can command his area, but he's all incredibly mobile.

"He's an excellent shot stopper and is also very good with his feet, so he's a really rounded goalkeeper."