While some of his staff have been placed on furlough at full pay, the boss has insisted plans for the future are still in place. Jackett’s been shrewd in the free agent market previously, bringing the likes of Craig MacGillivray, Tom Naylor, Lee Brown and Ryan Williams to Fratton Park for absolutely nothing.It’s an avenue he may go down again during the next transfer window. So we’ve taken a look at which players from the Blues’ League One rivals whose deals expire at the end of the season and could well be available on a free...
9. Callum Johnson - Accrington
Been one of Accy's most consistent performers since joining from Middlesbrough in 2018 and attracted interest from Preston in the past. The right-back is adept both defensively and when able to join attacks. | 2019 Getty Images Photo: Nathan Stirk
10. Idris Kanu - Peterborough
Struggled for regular minutes but is competing against the most potent attacking force in the division. Still only 20, the forward would suit the sort of player Kenny Jackett likes to sign with his best years ahead | PinPep Photo: PinPeP
11. Josh Laurent - Shrewsbury Town
The midfielder picked up the man-of-the-match award in his side's FA Cup draw with Liverpool. A mercurial talent who's bagged four goals this term | Freelance Photo: Jason Brown
12. Will Keane - Ipswich Town
Scored six goals in 28 appearances for the free-falling Tractor Boys. Club hold the option of an additional 12 months, though. | 2020 Getty Images Photo: Lewis Storey