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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9. Trevor Clarke - Rotherham United
The Irishman joined the Millers from Shamrock Rovers at the start of last season but has had to be patient. Clarke's only played five times for Paul Warne's side this season in the Championship. While Rotherham's squad might not be the biggest, more football could prove beneficial in the long run for him. Photo: Lewis Storey
10. George Harmon - West Brom
Harmon skippered the Baggies' under-18s to the FA Youth Cup semi-final a couple of years ago before penning his first professional deal. He's got experience playing in the EFL Trophy and is a regular for the under-23s in Premier League 2. Photo: Pete Norton
11. Anthony Driscoll-Glennon - Burnley
The Liverpool-born ace had a fruitful loan spell at Grimsby during the second half of season, playing 12 times before the campaign was suspended. Driscoll-Glennon has played only once for Burnley this season - in the Carabao Cup - and been on the bench only twice in the Premier League. A move to League One would be the next step. Photo: Andrew Kearns - CameraSport