Leonard has been one of the standout players in League One this season and he could be in line for a big summer move.
The Pompey manager is a long-term admirer of the midfielder and watched him help Northampton to an impressive win over promotion-chasing Derby County at the weekend. A number of English Championship clubs, including Preston, Swansea, Cardiff and Plymouth, are all keeping close tabs on Leonard.
Mousinho was able to run the rule over Leonard and also take a closer look at one of their main rivals for the English League One title. Portsmouth were keen to land Leonard from Brighton on loan in the summer but he decided to return to Northampton, however Mousinho has maintained a strong interest. The 22-year-old helped the Cobblers win promotion to League One and has played a big part in making their mark in England’s third tier.
Leonard is contracted until the end of next season with Brighton although the Seagulls also have the option to extend for another year. The former Scotland under-21 cap moved to the South coach club from Hearts in a £100,000 plus deal six years ago. Follow Record Sport on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram for all of the up-to-the minute breaking news, video and audio on the SPFL, the Scotland national team and beyond.
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