Pompey are ploughing on with their recruitment plans this summer ahead of their Championship return.
But what of the players already in the building at Fratton Park as they step up to the second tier after a 12-year absence?
After the club released their retained list at the start of the month, we’ve broken down the scenario over every player currently tied down for next season.
That’s with regard to the time remaining on their deals, any reported club options and whether they are likely to be a focus for contract extensions this summer.
Additionally, we’ve looked at the latest positions around the two out-of-contract players offered new deals and the pair of talents who the club are in talks with, after not taking up their options.
5. Callum Lang
Two years to go on the two-and-a-half year deal signed in January, with a club option to extend for 12 months. | Getty Images
6. Tom Lowery
Year to go on the three-year deal signed in 2022. No club option reported at time of signing. Photo: Jason Brown/ProSportsImages
7. Tom McIntyre
Two years remaining on the two-and-a-half year deal signed in January - with a 12-month club option. Photo: Portsmouth FC
8. Owen Moxon
Three years to run on the three-and-a-half year deal signed in January, with no club option reported. Photo: Jason Brown