Late rumours that the Blues were interested in Millwall winger Shane Ferguson were quickly knocked backed by The News.
And that meant the Fratton Park lights were out well before Monday’s 11pm deadline.
The same couldn’t be said for the Blues’ League One rivals, though, with the majority involved in deals in some way or another.
Some interesting moves were completed as sides got their houses in order ahead of the second half of the season.
And it should make for a fascinating run-in, with plenty of football still to be played.
Here’s an run through of what Pompey’s counterparts got up to ahead of the January deadline.
21. Christopher Missilou - Northampton to Swindon
The 28-year-old midfielder has moved to the County Ground in a permanent deal. On the same day, former Pompey full-back Kieron Freeman swapped Swindon on Swansea As part of that deal, the Swans allowed 22-year-old winger Jordon Garrick to move to the Robins. Picture: Pete Norton/Getty Images Photo: Pete Norton
22. James Morton - Bristol City to Gillingham
The 21-year-old midfielder has moved to the Gills on loan until the end of the season. While Morton arrived experienced midfielder Jacob Mellis was allowed to join Southend in a deal until the end of the season. Picture: James Chance/Getty Images Photo: James Chance
23. Cohen Bramall - Colchester to Lincoln
The Colchester left-back has joined Michael Appleton's side on a 'multi-year deal'. The Imps also landed Brighton's Max Sanders for an undisclosed fee. Heading out was defender Max Melbourne, who has joined Walsall. Picture: Dan Mullan/Getty Images Photo: Dan Mullan
24. Diallang Jaiyesimi - Swindon to Chalrton
The 21-year-old winger completed a late deadline day day by signing for an undisclosed deal. The former Norwich wide man replaces Johnny Williams in the Charlton ranks, after he moved to Cardiff. Picture:Harry Trump/Getty Images Photo: Harry Trump