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.
13. Conor Shaughnessy
Year to go on two-year deal signed last summer, with club option to extend for 12 months. Clearly a priority when it comes to extending terms. Photo: Jason Brown
14. Jack Sparkes
Year to go on two-year deal signed last summer, with club option to extend for 12 months. | National World
15. Ben Stevenson
Year to go on the two-year deal signed last summer, with a club option to extend for 12 months. | National World
16. Toby Steward
Signed a two-year deal with a club option to extend for 12 months at the start of the month. | Jason Brown/ProSportsImages