Portsmouth rivals ‘want John Mousinho appointment’ after manager exit news
Portsmouth are enjoying life in the Championship under John Mousinho, but there will be nerves throughout the summer as several jobs become available.
Mousinho brought Pompey back to the second division for the first time in over a decade, and kept them up with relative ease despite being financially outmuscled by many teams.
Portsmouth are now preparing for a second consecutive season in the Championship, and they will hope to back Mousinho in the transfer market to help progress further up the table.
However, Pompey’s manager has now attracted interest from other Championship clubs, and fans will not want him to depart as the merry-go-round begins.
Bristol City fans want Mousinho
Norwich have now targeted Bristol City manager Liam Manning, which was a boost for Portsmouth after early interest in Mousinho.
With an approach said to be waiting at Carrow Road, Manning is expected to be moving on.
However, relief may not come just yet, as Mousinho could now be targeted by the Robins, who were recently beaten in the play-off semi-finals.
| John Mousinho’s record at Portsmouth | |
| Games managed | 124 |
| Wins | 55 |
| Draws | 36 |
| Losses | 33 |
| Honours | League One title x1 |
In light of Manning potentially joining Norwich, Bristol City fans have now taken to X to suggest Mousinho as a possible replacement at Ashton Gate.
Ruben Selles could determine Mousinho’s Portsmouth future
Hull City stayed up by the skin of their teeth this season, surviving in the Championship on goal difference, but they caused a stir in the footballing world as they parted ways with Ruben Selles despite his impressive achievement.
Selles could even determine Mousinho’s future, after their 1-1 draw on the final day.
If Bristol City elect to hire the Spaniard instead, then Mousinho looks likely to remain at Portsmouth.
Other Championship clubs including West Brom are looking for a new manager, and Selles could end up at another division rival quickly.
If Mousinho does get lured away by Bristol City, then Selles could even be an option to replace him, but fans will hope that the 39-year-old remains at Fratton Park for the foreseeable future.
Portsmouth have a strong chance of staying up again if they keep Mousinho and add to their squad, but losing their popular manager could be a body blow in the relegation battle next season.