Clubs were busy bolstering promotion bids or steeling their squad as they fight against relegation to the fourth tier.
Some business carried out by Pompey and their rivals was undoubtedly more eye-catching than other deals.
So we’ve assembled what we believe to be the best pieces of business around the division across the winter window.
17. Kabongo Tshimanga (Chesterfield - Peterborough, loan)
Scored goals aplenty for Chesterfield and now there's every chance he'll do the same for Peterborough. Photo: The News
18. Luke Mbete (Manchester City - Bolton, loan)
Manchester City think a lot of the central defender who goes to Bolton after not getting the minutes he would have wanted at Huddersfield over the first half of the season. Photo: Christian Kaspar-Bartke
19. Ethan Erhahon (St Mirren - Lincoln, undisclosed)
The dynamic midfielder was watched closely by Pompey with Lincoln gaining his signature for a fee believed to be around £300,000. Photo: Jeff Holmes
20. Charlie Kirk (Charlton - Burton, loan)
Winger was seen as a bright, young thing at Crewe and has the ability to make a big impact if he finds the right home for himself. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth