The inquest has already begun into Pompey’s disappointing campaign, despite having three league games left in the season.
Yet, the gap to the play-offs is too big to conquer in the remaining weeks, with the Fratton faithful already planning ahead for the summer.
We asked Blues supporters on social media to tell us who John Mousinho should realistically sign in the upcoming market.
9. Paul Mullin - Wrexham
Mullen has shone in the National League for Wrexham, where he’s appeared on the scoresheet 44 times in 49 appearances this season in all competitions. Photo: Jan Kruger
10. Joe Ward - Peterborough
He was linked with Pompey last summer and has gone on to score six goals this term. His current deal with the Posh expires at the end of the season. Photo: Catherine Ivill
11. Sam Hoskins - Northampton
The former Southampton man has starred once again for Northampton this term, scoring 20 goals and registering seven assists in 38 League Two outings. Photo: Pete Norton
12. Andy Rinomhota - Cardiff
Rinomhota started his career at AFC Portchester before moving to Reading. The midfielder made the switch to Cardiff last summer and has featured 39 times for the Welsh outfit to date. Photo: Shaun Botterill