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...
13. Chris Maguire - Sunderland
The former Pompey winger hasn't exactly endeared him to the Fratton faithful in recent times but is a top talent, having netted 11 times this term. | Freelance Photo: Malcolm Mackenzie
14. Luke O'Nien - Sunderland
Still not penned a new deal despite being a fans' favourite. O'Nien's a versatile talent whose attitude has earned rave reviews during the second series of Sunderland Til I Die. | Freelance Photo: Malcolm Mackenzie
15. Kieran Sadlier - Doncaster
A former Pompey target before he penned an 18-month deal at the Keepmoat in January 2018. The ex-Cork man has impressed for Donny, scoring 12 times in 40 appearances this season. | 2019 Getty Images Photo: Laurence Griffiths
16. Jay Spearing - Blackpool
Perhaps doesn't fit Pompey's model of signing talent with a resale value, but the ex-Liverpool midfielder would undoubtedly add experience and nous to the engine room. | 2019 Getty Images Photo: George Wood