Mvuemba keen to stay on at Pompey

Mvuemba got his first taste of action against Blackburn

Portmsouth midfielder Arnold Mvuemba is keen to make his loan spell at Fratton Park a permanent move.

Mvuemba, 22, is on loan from Rennes until the end of the season and was given his bow as a substitute in Pompey's defeat at Blackburn.

He told The News: "It was difficult coming on at 3-0, but I want to play more games and stay next season.

"Right now I'm on loan and don't know what will happen, it's not down to me. But I do know I want to stay."

Pompey boss Harry Redknapp is convinced Mvuemba can make an impact in the Premiership, despite his slight build.

Mvuemba said: "The Premiership is fast and strong but it is good for me.

"It is a good championship to play in. I am small but I like the physical part of English football.

"It's nice to know the manager has said things about me, if he's saying these things it's good to know."