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.
9. Will Norris
Two years to go on three-year deal signed last summer, with no club option reported. Photo: Jason Brown
10. Regan Poole
A year to go on two-year deal signed last summer, with no option reported. | Jason Brown/ProSportsImages
11. Christian Saydee
Two years to run on three-year deal signed last summer, with no club option reported at time of signing. | Getty Images
12. Anthony Scully
Year to go on two-year deal signed last summer, with club option to extend for 12 months. | National World