In fact, the sheer volume of players touted for moves to Fratton Park was unprecedented - approaching the half century mark in total.
Now, after the transfer window’s close, we recount every single player who was touted for a move to PO4.
We looked back and give the inside track on which names had credence, which ones didn’t, what unfolded and where those players ended up.
13. Jesurun Rak-Sakyi
How Pompey would have loved a player's of Rak-Sakyi's quality, but the fact Sheffield United paid a reported £2m rising to £4m for a LOAN shows that was never, ever on the cards. | Sportimage
14. Chris Conn-Clarke
Some tittle-tattle over the attacking talent but never anything in it and Conn-Clarke moved to Peterborough. Photo: Peterborough United
15. Sean Patton
Teenage Derry City striker made a good impression on trial, with the suggestion a deal could be explored down the line after his return to Ioan club Finn Harps. | The News
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16. Michael Craig
A move for the Reading midfielder was touted back in May, but the report was quickly shot down. He remains a Royals player. | Getty Images