Some of those touted targets have proved to credible be while others, well, perhaps not so much.
We’ve assembled the definitive list of of players said to have been on Pompey’s January transfer radar - with some insight into their credibility.
5. Rob Atkinson
A name with credibility with Pompey chasing a deal in December and a move getting over the line on January 3 for a loan stay at Fratton. Photo: Clive Mason
6. Kion Etete
A name which resurfaced after being linked with Pompey when Danny Cowley was boss, moved to Bolton on loan a couple of days ago. | Getty Images Photo: Jess Hornby/Getty Images
7. Hayden Matthews
Pompey's lengthy pursuit of the Aussie defender concluded in Matthews arriving in a £1.27m deal on January 26. | Jason Brown/ProSportsImages
8. Harvey Knibbs
Pompey were touted with interest in the Reading man along with Oxford and Derby last month, but it was talk without substance. | Getty Images