Josef Bursik explains when he made Portsmouth transfer decision after surprise reveal
Portsmouth were able to plan for the transfer window way in advance, having secured their Championship status with games to spare in 2024-25. Despite having…
Alex Charlton
Alex is a lifelong Sunderland supporter who's been reporting on Mackem News since April 2025. Indeed, he started working for Breaking Media in April and has since graduated from St Mary's University as a NCTJ Gold Standard-accredited journalist, having completed his Master's degree in Sports Journalism. Alex previously worked for Football League World and has featured on the Roker Report, providing his opinion on all things Sunderland. While getting to the games is tricky, given his job, one of the highlights of his life was watching (and crying) as the Black Cats defeated Sheffield United at Wembley Stadium last season.
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Portsmouth to continue ‘efficient’ transfer trend as expert speaks out ahead of deadline
Portsmouth have followed a transfer blueprint this summer, and that is likely to continue until the Monday deadline. Pompey have completed deals for the likes…
Harry Redknapp compares Arsenal’s Eberechi Eze hijack to Portsmouth transfer that scolded him
Portsmouth, like a host of other clubs, have endured transfer hijackings over the years. Harry Redknapp secured some eye-catching Pompey signings during his tenure, with…
John Mousinho to surprise West Brom fans after Portsmouth remarks on John Swift
John Swift is primed to face his former employer as Portsmouth take on West Brom on Saturday. Swift joined Pompey from West Brom on a…
Portsmouth get ‘twin benefits’ from Yang Min-hyeok agreement with Tottenham
Yang Min-hyeok is one of several new signings for John Mousinho and Portsmouth this season. Pompey signed Yang on loan from Tottenham, having spent last…
Adrian Segecic developments at Portsmouth pave way for Fratton Park transfer blueprint
Adrian Segecic has already made his mark at Portsmouth after just two games for the South Coast club. Segecic joined Portsmouth from Sydney FC, and…
How Portsmouth owner Michael Eisner convinced Will Ferrell to invest in Leeds
Michael Eisner has been the owner of Portsmouth for eight years and has overseen substantial changes at Fratton Park. On the pitch, Pompey achieved promotion…
Fratton Park attendance soars after ‘magic’ £19m Portsmouth development
Fratton Park has often been praised for its atmosphere, and it has helped Portsmouth thrive as a football club since 1899. While it is a…
Portsmouth could free up more transfer spend after Ritchie exit news – Exclusive
This story includes exclusive opinion from football finance expert Dr Daniel Plumley. Portsmouth have had to make some key decisions as they strive to make…
Reading v Portsmouth preview: Team news, lineups, prediction
Portsmouth continue their pre-season as they face League One outfit Reading at the Select Car Leasing Stadium. John Mousinho’s side have won all three of…