Portsmouth approach revealed ahead of summer transfer window
Portsmouth will be looking to bring in new faces in the summer transfer window to build on this season’s performances.
Pompey survived in the Championship with two matches remaining – a remarkable feat given their low budget and injury-plagued season.
After a dire start in the league, with just one win in 15 games and a leaky defence, they were six points from safety.
Pompey eye overseas market for recruitment this summer
According to Jordan Cross, Pompey are looking overseas to conduct their transfer business this summer.
Portsmouth will be focusing on young, high-potential players to bolster their Championship squad.
John Mousinho will be aiming to replicate the success of signings like Nicolas Schmid, acquired for £336k from BW Linz, by scouting cost-effective talent from leagues like the Danish Superliga and beyond.
| Expected position | Team | XGF (scored) | XGA (conceded) | XPTS (points) |
| 19th | Portsmouth | 55.6 | 70.3 | 55.9 |
| 20th | Watford | 55.5 | 67.0 | 54.5 |
| 21st | Cardiff City | 47.4 | 64.8 | 52.3 |
| 22nd | Stoke City | 51.3 | 73.9 | 48.0 |
| 23rd | Oxford United | 41.8 | 67.0 | 46.9 |
| 24th | Plymouth Argyle | 40.9 | 85.3 | 37.5 |
The club will leverage relaxed Home Office rules, targeting players with technical ability and adaptability to the Championship’s intensity.
A mix of free agents, loans and modest-fee purchases, with an emphasis on versatile attackers and robust midfielders to enhance their direct, high-pressing style could be made.
While domestic options will remain on the radar, Pompey’s European scouting network is expanding to find value abroad, avoiding inflated UK market prices.
Mousinho plays huge role in keeping Portsmouth up
Mousinho’s bold shift to a direct, high-pressing style, despite a possession-based League One title, proved pivotal.
Colby Bishop’s return from heart surgery and key signings like Josh Murphy, Freddie Potts, and Rob Atkinson bolstered the squad.
Since November, only Leeds surpassed Pompey’s tally for home wins, with no squandered leads at Fratton Park.
Improved away performances ensured no heavy defeats since January.
Despite interest from other clubs, Mousinho remains adored at Portsmouth, backed by loyal owners and fans. While Premier League promotion seems distant, survival rivals their League One triumph.
With smarter recruitment and fewer injuries, he can push Portsmouth forward next season, building on this gritty achievement.