Over the years, some big-money signings have flopped and ended up leaving for nothing, while others have gone on to become club legends and more than justified their costly price.With spending in football being reigned in among ongoing financial uncertainty caused by Covid-19, we aren't expecting to see a huge amount of record deals landed this summer, but there could yet be some surprises ahead of the 2021/22 campaign kicking off in August.In the meantime, for a bit of pre-season fun, we've taken a look at every League One club's record signing fee, as well as the side they turn out for now.Here's a look at how Portsmouth' s record signing fee shapes up against every other club they'll be facing in League One this season:
5. 20th - Shrewsbury Town
Record signing: Oliver Norburn. Estimated transfer fee: £170k+ (from Tranmere in 2018). Current club: He still with the Shrews, and made 38 appearances for the club last season. Photo: George Wood
6. 19th - Cambridge United
Record signing: Steve Claridge. Estimated transfer fee: £190k (from Luton Town in 1992). Current club: He finished his playing career at Gosport Borough in 2012. Photo: Phil Cole
7. 18th - Morecambe
Record signing: Neil Sorvel. Estimated transfer fee: £175k (from Shrewsbury Town in 2007). Current club: He's now the assistant manager of Altrincham FC. Photo: Naomi Baker
8. 17th - Wycombe Wanderers
Record signing: Darren Currie. Estimated transfer fee: £200k (from Barnet in 2001). Current club: He's currently joint-manager of Sheffield United's U23 side. Photo: Phil Cole