The outstanding defender is sidelined until the next season after tearing his anterior cruciate ligament in his knee, meaning John Mousinho has lost arguably his outstanding player at the back.
Mousinho has indicated he will now look to the January transfer window for a new recruit in that area to help his side sustain their Championship push.
We’ve rounded up some of the potential options Pompey could looks to – along with some of the names you’d love to see arrive.
9. Ciaran Brennan
The 23-year-old has become a bit of a forgotten man at Sheffield Wednesday and would likely be able to be picked up in the January window. Photo: Steve Ellis
10. Fraser Horsfall
One of the outstanding League Two defenders. May be a slight stretch to get the former Northampton man out of leaders Stockport County, where he has two years to run on his contract with the big spenders. Photo: Pete Norton:d
11. Di'Shon Bernard
A popular suggestion among supporters after impressing on loan last term. Pursued through the summer but opted to move to Sheffield Wednesday. Not gone well at Hillsborough, however, as his side struggled. Unclear about options, but only on a deal until next summer. Photo: Jason Brown
12. George Edmundson
Pompey were 'blown out of the water' by Ipswich when they went after George Edmundson, who signed a lengthy four-year deal at Portman Road. Hasn't had a great deal of football this term, however. Even if the Tractor Boys could be convinced to do a deal, would realistically need to be a loan with the Championship side shouldering wages. Photo: Alex Davidson