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Hart hoping for Portsmouth stay for Distin

Submitted by Andrew Slevison on Wed, 08/26/2009 - 00:55

Portsmouth boss Paul Hart is hoping veteran defender Sylvain Distin remains at Fratton Park.

The Frenchman has been closely linked with a move to Aston Villa but Hart desperately wants to retain his services.

"We've had a conversation and he has expressed that desire (to leave),” said Hart.

"He's a great player, a great fellow and a wonderful captain.

"We desperately want him to stay."

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