Glentoran boss Roy Coyle has his eye on Jeff Hughes

The Northern Ireland under-17 international has already discussed his future with Portadown although Larne are keen to keep him at Inver Park.

"It's news to me that big Jeff may be leaving," said Larne boss Jimmy McGeough, who hopes to build a team around a bunch of young hopefuls.

"I believe he can be a full-time pro in England or Scotland. But I'm hoping he will be in my plans next season."