There is going to be a certain degree of pressure on Kenny Jackett and the Portsmouth players this season to deliver promotion. This coming campaign will be Pompey’s ninth outside the top two tiers and after the last two seasons where the club have got close to the Championship there is an expectation around the side now.
League One rivals have already strengthened and every day clubs up and down the country are looking to do business or being linked with a new signing or moving players on.
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5. Boro want Williams
Middlesbrough boss Neil Warnock has set his sights on Leeds United target Joe Williams. Boro are keen on the in-demand midfielder. Valuations have varied in reports but it appears he could be worth as much as £2.5m. (Various) Photo: George Wood
6. Dembele in-demand
A four-way battle is underway for Peterborough United star Siriki Dembele. Premier League side Crystal Palace set their sights on 23-year-old, valued at a reported £5m. Now top-flight newcomers Fulham have joined the race, alongside Nottingham Forest and Brentford. (Football Insider) Photo: Alex Pantling
7. Storey confident on Sunderland deal
Proposed Sunderland buyer William Storey has revealed he remains “very confident that the best bid for the club will be accepted & my group are pleased that after many months of hard work that a positive conclusion is in sight. The interests of the club are absolutely paramount”. (@richenergyceo) Photo: Charles Coates
8. Battle for Leeds United midfielder
Hull City face competition to sign Leeds United star Robbie Gotts. However, they could face competition from Championship side Huddersfield Town and League one rivals Blackpool. The Premier League side are keen for the player, described as dynamic No.8 by Marcelo Bielsa, to go out on loan. (Various) Photo: George Wood