As a result, clubs across all three divisions have made early moves in the transfer window – despite the trading period not officially opening until June 10.
A swathe of players have already moved clubs for transfer fees or for free following retained/released lists being unveiled.
However, Pompey are yet to bring any fresh faces to Fratton Park, with Danny Cowley’s recent attention being on his out of contract contingent.
So who has completed deals?
Here’s every transfer across the EFL so far
1. Jayson Molumby
From: Brighton To: West Brom Position: Midfield Deal type: Permanent Picture: Tony Marshall/Getty Images Photo: Tony Marshall
2. Jamie Walker
From: Hearts To: Bradford Position: Wing Deal type: Permanent Picture: Pete Norton/Getty Images Photo: Pete Norton
3. Jack Iredale
From: Cambridge To: Bolton Position: Defender Deal type: Permanent Picture: Pete Norton/Getty Images Photo: Pete Norton
4. Jordan Shipley
From: Coventry To: Shrewsbury Position: Midfield Deal type: Permanent Picture: Pete Norton/Getty Images Photo: Pete Norton