Nigel Pearson has confirmed they sanctioned Ryley Towler's move to Portsmouth after weighing up the quality of defenders coming through the ranks and believes he will "benefit massively" from a permanent move away.
The Bristol City youngster is on the verge of signing a deal with the League One side after the two clubs agreed a fee believed to be in the low six-figure region with future incentives. Towler, 20, had been enjoying a really positive loan spell with AFC Wimbledon and has earned rave reviews during his time in south London.
The expectation was that he would remain with Johnnie Jackson's side until the end of the season before returning to City. However, after Portsmouth's surprise offer, the club decided a switch would be the best scenario for all parties concerned.
