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
5. Ebou Adams
From: Forest Green Rovers To: Cardiff Position: Midfield Deal type: Permanent Picture: George Wood/Getty Images Photo: George Wood
6. Mark Sykes
From: Oxford United To: Bristol City Position: Midfield Deal type: Permanent Picture: Alex Burstow/Getty Images Photo: Alex Burstow
7. Harry Lewis
From: Southampton To: Bradford Position: Goalkeeper Deal type: Permanent Picture: Pete Norton/Getty Images Photo: Pete Norton
8. Jak Alnwick
From: St Mirren To: Cardiff Position: Goalkeeper Deal type: Permanent Picture: Ian MacNicol/Getty Images Photo: Ian MacNicol