Danny Cowley is entering his third transfer window at the club following a season of ‘transition’ this term, the Fratton faithful are understandably eager to see who arrives in pre-season.
After a campaign showing glimpses of what the ex-Lincoln boss could potentially deliver at Fratton Park, how will he prepare his side for a promotion push?
We examined Football Manager 2022 to find out.
The computer game is renowned for providing an insight into football management due to its attention to detail, and algorithm which delivers life-like results.
As a result, we’ve fast forwarded to August 2022, to see who the club’s hierarchy could buy and sell before the 2022-23 season.
Here’s what we found out…
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9. Martyn Waghorn (ST) - £105k
Further additions in the striking department arrive as the much-travelled Waghorn arrives from Coventry. Another significant transfer fee payed by the club. Picture: Steve Bardens/Getty Images Photo: Steve Bardens
10. Michael Jacobs to Plymouth - loan (£10.75k fee)
After triggering his one-year extension clause, Cowley sends Jacobs to Plymouth on loan. Pompey receive a loan fee for the winger to help fund the transfer of Waghorn and Pennington. Picture: Joe Pepler Photo: Joe Pepler