They were all part of John Mousinho’s squad, as Pompey successfully maintained their place in the Championship last season at the first time of asking.
But all of these players have moved on, after not being deemed part of the plans at PO4 this term.
Whether it was the end of their loans, being released or sold before the close of the summer transfer window, the 20 players now find themselves elsewhere.
It may be relatively early days but the fortunes of those former Fratton players are wildly varying, so we’ve caught up on how they are all now faring.
5. Tom Lowery - Kilmarnock
Moved north of the border to Kilmarnock this summer, after Crewe loan. Injury problems which hindered Lowery's time at Pompey have resurfaced however, not playing in the SPL since the end of August. | Getty Images
6. Anthony Scully
Managed to get himself a one-year deal with former Pompey boss Michael Appleton at Shewsbury, with Appleton managing Scully at Lincoln. Had more fitness issues after injury-ravaged Fratton stay, but started in weekend win against Cambridge United for League Two strugglers. Photo: Bernard Platt
7. Abdoualye Kamara - FC Saarbrücken
Woeful time at Pompey after joining from Borussia Dortmund, but made six appearances in German third tier since joining fourth-placed FC Saarbrucken. | National World
8. Christian Saydee - Wigan
Twelve appearances for Wigan along with two goals and a red card - sounds about right for Christian Saydee! Adored by Pompey fans and also feeling the love from Latics followers, who are wondering why the Blues let their new cult hero leave. Photo: Bernard Platt