With the season approaching its conclusion, a number third-tier stars are entering the final stages of their current deals.
Pompey themselves have 12 men without an agreement beyond the summer at Fratton Park with Sean Raggett, Marcus Harness and Michael Jacobs the most notable names.
As players look to win claim fresh deals with their current clubs or catch the eye of others, we’ve taken a look at the best out-of-contract squad based on WhoScored ratings from this season.
Here's what we found.
9. CAM: Vadaine Oliver
Club: Gillingham; Age: 30; Appearances: 35; Goals: 9; Assists: 3; WhoScored rating: 7.28 Photo: George Wood
10. ST: Sam Vokes
Club: Wycombe; Age: 32; Appearances: 39; Goals: 15; Assists: 6; WhoScored rating: 7.5 Photo: Alex Burstow
11. ST: Michael Smith
Club: Rotherham; Age: 30; Appearances: 39; Goals: 18; Assists: 6; WhoScored rating: 7.45 Photo: George Wood
12. Sub 1: Sean McConville
Club: Accrington; Age: 32; Position: Centre Midfield; Appearances: 42; Goals: 4; Assists: 14; WhoScored rating: 7.19 Photo: Jacques Feeney