Bognor Regis Town hope Pompey give new signings a run-out in annual Nye Camp clash

The hope is that the Blues boss will field a strong side when they head to West Sussex and those chosen to face the Rocks will include new signings.

Bognor have reported a healthy online ticket uptake for the game and have reminded supporters that they can also pay by card or cash at the ground.

And Blake, who takes his charges to Horndean tomorrow (Saturday) for their first summer friendly, said: "It's a chance for us to pit our wits against what looks on paper to be a strong side that John has assembled. We hear that the intention is to bring a strong squad and that will add to the attraction.

"The annual visit of Pompey to us is so important to the club in terms of the prestige and cementing the relationship between the two clubs. Pompey have been magnificent over the years in terms of us loaning players and we obviously want that to continue.

“I think the fact that we always try to play football the right way and have a decent track record of helping to develop players helps.

"Everyone in football knows Pompey fans are some of the best around and they always support the club in good numbers -- and they always turn out for this game. The revenue that a large contingent of Blues fans coming through the turnstiles is really important to us as well.

"If the Pompey fans have a chance to see their new singings in action then they could boost the gate, which is always healthy anyway.

"Overall we are looking forward to the challenge it will bring and just hope for a great celebration of football on the night. A lot of our fans are Pompey fans too so the atmosphere is one to enjoy. We can't wait."