Pompey fans can expect a busy transfer window when it officially opens on June 14.
With six first-team squad members released at the end of the season and the club’s loanees returning to their parent clubs after the League One title was secued, there’s gaps to be filled within John Mousinho’s ranks. Meanwhile, natural strengthening is required as the Blues step up to the Championship for the first time since 2012.
Pompey have not yet put a figure on the number they want to recruit, but it’s safe to say all departments will be improved upon as the Fratton Park outfit look to make an impression on their return to the second tier.
But where are the current gaps and where does Mousinho and sporting director need to strenghten? Here, we take a look at what’s currently available to the Blues in each positions and what could be needed...
Pompey have not yet put a figure on the number they want to recruit, but it’s safe to say all departments will be improved upon as the Fratton Park outfit look to make an impression on their return to the second tier.
![Current options: Paddy Lane, Gavin Whyte and Anthony Scully.
Verdict: Paddy Lane had a storming season for Pompey last season as he established himself as a firm favourite among the fans. There's not that much reliable back-up, though, if he goes off the boil or requires a rest.](https://www.thestar.co.uk/jpim-static/image/2024/05/25/12/04/GettyImages-2148898045.jpg.jpg?crop=3:2&trim=&width=800)
9. Left-wing
Current options: Paddy Lane, Gavin Whyte and Anthony Scully. Verdict: Paddy Lane had a storming season for Pompey last season as he established himself as a firm favourite among the fans. There's not that much reliable back-up, though, if he goes off the boil or requires a rest. | Getty Images
![Current options: Colby Bishop, Kusini Yengi and Christian Saydee.
Verdict: John Mousinho claims he has sufficent quality up front already to serve Pompey well in the Championship. He might be right, but another forward, just to keep everyone on their toes, might still be needed.](https://www.thestar.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOmZmNjg5NTk3LTUzZDUtNDZhYy1hNzFjLTJkODg0NzNjOTYyNDpjNGUwZDM4Zi04MTYxLTQwMjItYjllMS03YTdmMTFkMzA0MTI=.jpg?crop=3:2&trim=&width=800)
10. Centre-forward
Current options: Colby Bishop, Kusini Yengi and Christian Saydee. Verdict: John Mousinho claims he has sufficent quality up front already to serve Pompey well in the Championship. He might be right, but another forward, just to keep everyone on their toes, might still be needed.Photo: Bryn Lennon