It’s expected to be another busy summer at Fratton Park, with a number of arrivals and departures on the cards.
Following the conclusion of the campaign, Pompey have already lost 11 members of the squad, with some playing key roles in their survival fight.
Freddie Potts, Isaac Hayden, Adil Aouchiche, Rob Atkinson, Kaide Gordon and Mark O’Mahony all returned to their parent clubs following the end of their respective loan stints.
We already know some of the key areas John Mousinho is wanting to strengthen this summer as he looks to build his squad ahead of next term.
But what would his current strongest XI and bench look like?
Well, we’ve put together the Blues’ best possible matchday squad using currently contracted players to see the scale of additions needed during the transfer window.
5. CB: Regan Poole
Although Shaughnessy arguably nails down one centre-back slot, the other is up for debate. Poole remained relatively injury free following his return from the ACL set-back and was one of the main leaders in the Championship for the Blues last season. There will be competition for his place with the returning Hayden Matthews and Ibane Bowat both worthy contenders for his spot. | Jason Brown/ProSportsImages
6. LB: Connor Ogilvie
Ogilvie was one of Mousinho’s best players last term and created a formidable partnership on the left flank with Josh Murphy. Although Jacob Farrell is returning from his lengthy injury lay-off, there is no doubting the 29-year-old’s spot in the side. Photo: Jason Brown
7. CM: Andre Dozzell
With Potts returning to West Ham, Dozzell will have to step up to the mark once again next term. Despite early-season criticism, he won over supporters as the campaign went on and started 32 Championship games for the Blues. | Jason Brown/ProSportsImages
8. CM: Marlon Pack
The midfield spots are likely to need some additions this summer, with Dozzell, Pack and the forgotten Abdoulaye Kamara the only three currently contracted in the squad. Given Kamara registered just five league outings last term, the skipper is the only other option to fill that deep-lying role at present. Photo: Jason Brown