Cam Pring’s recall to Bristol City means Kenny Jackett will look for a replacement to compete with Lee Brown on the left-hand side of defence.
The Blues are keen to bring Steve Seddon back to Fratton Park after his scintillating spell on loan last season.
Pompey would prefer another temporary deal for the Reading lad but Brum are keen to cash in on Seddon which has put a spanner in the works.
Kenny Jackett and his recruit team are likely identifying other players who could fit the bill should they be unable to land.
Players out of favour in the Championship or Premier League youngsters are likely to be the market Pompey are scouring. We take a look at who could fit the bill…
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5. Tony Gallacher - Liverpool
The Scot was linked to Barcelona as a youngster before joining the Reds from Falkirk. Gallacher admitted he expected to join a League One side in the summer before moving to MLS outfit Toronto for the remainder of the year, where he played 10 times. He may want more senior football and a switch to the third tier could suit. Photo: Nick Taylor/Liverpool FC
6. Josh Earl - Preston
The 22-year-old’s been handed just six appearances for North End so far. Earl joined Ipswich on loan this time last year for more minutes and could be open to another switch to League One to get games under his belt. Photo: Alex Dodd - CameraSport
7. Nathaniel Ogbeta - Manchester City
The England under-20 international is an attack-minded full-back who likes to put crosses into the box. Those attributes are similar to Cam Pring and while Ogbeta has yet to play much senior football, a loan would be the next step. Photo: NurPhoto
8. Matt Penney - Sheffield Wednesday
The 22-year-old was highly regarded at Hillsborough a few years ago. He had a loan spell at German second-tier side St Pauli last season but has featured only five times for the Championship strugglers this season. Photo: Alex Dodd - CameraSport