Some had illustrious careers, others were sneaked in under pseudonyms and had varying levels of success. Here’s the 20 players who came to Pompey in trial.
13. Luis Boa Morte
Came on trial towards the end of his career in 2012 | JPIMedia Photo: Steve Reid
14. Celestine Babayaro
Had a stint on trial with Pompey in 2008 | JPIMedia Photo: Steve Reid
15. Lloyd Sam
Travelled to Gibraltar with Pompey in 2012 but moved to the MLS | JPIMedia Photo: TOBY BARTON
16. Dele Adebola
Powerful forward tried to earn a deal with Pompey in 2002 but it never materialised | JPIMedia Photo: David Cannon
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