While Portsmouth and their Championship rivals are working around the clock to strengthen their teams this summer, there are also several players currently without a club that are working hard to secure a new challenge before the end of pre-season.
Pompey as Championship new-boys are one of the team’s that could benefit from the free agent market as they aim to assemble a group with the experience and know-how to thrive to thrive in England’s second-tier.
With that in mind we take a look at the best starting XI made up of Championship stars that were released from their club at the end of last season. Would you like to see any of these at Fratton Park next term?
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5. LB: Brandon Williams
The 23-year-old was recently released from his boyhood club Manchester United. Has experienced at this level with East Anglia rivals Norwich City and Ipswich Town in recent seasons. | Getty Images
6. CM: Jake Livermore
Another experienced name at this level, seven-time England international Jake Livermore is currently on the hunt for a new club following the expiration of his contract at Watford. | Getty Images
7. CM: Bradley Dack
Bradley Dack was one coveted by a number of Premier League clubs after a series of tremendous performances at Blackburn Rovers. Has struggled to replicate that form due to injuries in recent seasons and was released after just one season and 16 games at Sunderland last term. Will be desperately hoping he can return to his best at his next club. | Getty Images
8. CAM: Andreas Weimann
The 32-year-old Austrian international was once a fan favourite at Bristol City after scoring 50 goals in 205 league games. Managed just two strikes in nine appearances on loan at West Brom last term and is seeking a new challenge after the expiration of his contract at Ashton Gate. | Getty Images