But with the Blues stuck in the Championship relegation zone with 12 points from their 15 games played to date, they might have no choice!
Recent performances and Saturday’s 3-1 defeat of fellow strugglers Preston North End might take the temperature down on the need for sweeping changes. But it won’t stop head coach John Mousinho and sporting director Rich Hughes heading into January wanting new additions to bolster Pompey’s chances of climbing out of the bottom three and to a position of safety.
We’ve reassuringly been told there’s money available to do so. However, with Pompey already having a squad that exceeds the 25-man league limit and there being a natural desire to improve what they’ve currenty got, there’s a real possibility that exits could be a key feature of the forthcoming transfer window.
Such departures would also provide an opportunity to free up extra cash - which is always helpful when clubs are faced with inflated prices in the new year. But who realsticaly could find themselves elsewhere come the end of January?
We’ve had a look through the current Pompey ranks and there’s potentially up to 10 players who could be involved in some of the Blues’ transfer dealings in the weeks ahead.
9. Sammy Silvera
The on-loan Middlesbrough winger has made 11 appearances for Pompey this season. Only four of those have come as league starts, though, with his place in the first XI v Sheffield United his last. Since then, the Aussie has made cameo appearances for the Blues, following Josh Murphy's return and Matt Ritchie's recent promotion to the starting XI. Boro rate the 24-year-old highly and want him to maximise his time at Fratton Park. But if he's struggling to make that impact on the south coast, there's a possibility the Riverside outfit could recall him early. By the way, Silvera has registered no goals or assists from his 11 appearances in all competitions for Pompey. | National World
10. Owen Moxon
The 26-year-old midfielder's recent re-emergence shouldn't disguise the fact that he's way down the pecking order this season in the Championship. The former Carlisle man has been used off the bench during the past three games, doubling his appearance tally in the process. But will Pompey needing to strengthen their midfield options in January if they want to survive in the division, Moxon might find himself struggling for any meaningful game time again. There's also the possibility of him seeking a move elsewhere if he sees no clear path to the starting XI. | National World
11. Harvey Blair
We've all seen glimpses of what the exciting former Liverpool youngster can do, and there's no denying his obvious natural talent. However, Pompey need Championship-ready players for the battle they're currently involved in. His lack of senior experience has been evident during his seven appearances so far. As a result do Pompey send him out on loan to gain that? It's unlikely, given his talent and what he can offer. But you just never know. It could benefit the Blues in the long run. | National World