Left in 2002 where he joined Portsmouth then Walsall .
Then : After a few controversial vices off the pitch earlier in his career , Merson was back on top his game at Villa , playing a major role in helping them reach the 2000 FA Cup final .
Left in 2002 where Merson joined Portsmouth then Walsall .
Then : After a few controversial vices off the pitch earlier in his career , Merson was back on top his game at Villa , playing a major role in helping them reach the 2000 FA Cup final .