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.
29. Aiden O'Neill
Pompey's interest in the Australian international was given short shrift by Standard Liege, whose valuation put an end to any hope of a deal progressing. | Getty Images
30. Jamal Baptiste
Triallist made a positive impression after leaving Manchester City, but former West Ham left and has yet to agree a deal anywhere else. Photo: Alex Shute
31. Elias Sorensen
Deal accelerated for the Dane after it became clear Pompey would be without Colby Bishop for an extended period. | Portsmouth FC
32. Nicolas Schmid
Nicolas Pompey sealed a deal with BW Linz for the Austrian keeper after talk of the move emerged from his homeland. | National World | Pportsmouth FC