There was plenty of debate caused by the Fratton Park exits of some.
While, for others, there was little surprise at seeing them shown the door at PO4.
But what’s happened to those who left Pompey last summer? We’ve tracked all of those departures down to see how they’ve fared since moving on - with some varied outcomes.
9. Kaide Gordon
Disappointing season with the attacker remaining at Liverpool, but then picking up a knee injury which dashed hopes of January loan move. | Local Library
10. Ryley Towler
One of the few players who's benefitted from a Fratton exit. Towler joined Lincoln, who became one of the stories of English football last term as the unfancied outfit stormed to the League One title with the defender making 48 Imps appearances. | Getty Images
11. Isaac Hayden
A decent return of 30 appearances for QPR, as well as international involvement for Jamaica for former Newcastle man. | Ben Whitley/PA Wire
12. Freddie Potts
A bitter-sweet season for the impressive midfielder. A significant Premier League breakthrough at West Ham with 22 league appearances, but it ended in relegation to the Championship for the Hammers. | Getty Images