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
9. Ollie Tanner
From: Lewes To: Cardiff Position: Winger Deal type: Permanent Picture: James Chance/Getty Images Photo: James Chance
10. Richard O'Donnell
From: Bradford To: Rochdale Position: Goalkeeper Deal type: Permanent Picture: Nathan Stirk/Getty Images Photo: Nathan Stirk
11. James Holden
From: Reading To: Cambridge Position: Goalkeeper Deal type: Permanent Picture: Nick Taylor/Liverpool FC/Liverpool FC via Getty Images) Photo: Nick Taylor/Liverpool FC
12. Harrison Biggins
From: Fleetwood To: Doncaster Position: Midfield Deal type: Permanent Picture: Pete Norton/Getty Images Photo: Pete Norton