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.
9. Thomas Waddingham
A link which came to fruition as the Aussie teenager arrived from Brisbane Road on a three-and-a-half year deal on January 22. | Jason Brown/ProSportsImages
10. Paris Maghoma
Pompey explored the possibility of taking Brentford's Paris Maghoma on loan in the January window, but the Bees were keen to keep hold of their player. | Getty Images
11. Ryan Ledson
Pompey were said to be one of four teams interested in Ledson last month, but they weren't and he's currently still at Deepdale. | Getty Images
12. Isaac Hayden
Newcastle man on a reported £50,000-a-week wages at St James' Park arrived on a deal until the end of the season on January 10. | Getty Images