There's nothing better than a deal that turns out to be value for money – especially in football. Pompey have had a fare few down the years and we've picked out 25 of the very best...
1. Lee Bradbury
Granted an honourable discharge from the British Army in 1995, he was sold to Man City for £3m in 1997 before returning to PO4 for just £300,000 two years later. | Freelance Photo: Steve Ellis
2. Christian Burgess
Pompey have well and truly got their £150,000 out of the popular defender. Helped the Blues to the League Two title and Checkatrade Trophy success during his five years at Fratton Park. | Freelance Photo: Robin Jones
3. Chris Burns
Plucked from non-league, the brickie added bite to Pompey's midfield when pitched in with a host of youngsters | JPIMedia Photo: -
4. Sol Campbell
The former Arsenal man's wages weren't cheap but he was at the fulcrum of Pompey's FA Cup triumph and qualifying for the Uefa Cup in 2008. | Freelance Photo: Jonathan Brady