Latest: Portsmouth boss reveals budget picture and chances of further transfer business

John Mousinho revealed there’s space in Pompey’s playing budget for more transfer business to take place this month.
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Mousinho has declared himself content with his squad, after Alex Robertson arrived as the 13th arrival of the summer window.

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But a mix of the flexibility of Pompey’s owners and a little space in the kitty means the doors ajar for another arrival.

Mousinho said: ‘I think there are two things to look at.

‘The way the owners have been with us, and certainly with me since I arrived in January with Paddy Lane the perfect example who we spent a significant fee on, if we make a compelling enough case to get someone they will be willing to back us.

‘They have gone above and beyond in this transfer window with players on fee, frees and loans. I think we’re in a really strong position with what we might be able to do going forward.’

Pompey boss John Mousinho has given a playing budget and transfer update Pic: Sarah StandingPompey boss John Mousinho has given a playing budget and transfer update Pic: Sarah Standing
Pompey boss John Mousinho has given a playing budget and transfer update Pic: Sarah Standing
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With the Premier League season following the EFL campaign starting last weekend, the next couple of weeks are likely to see players gain a current picture of where they stand in their teams’ plans.

That means those out of favour potentially looking to move on - with Pompey keeping an eye on developments.

‘There will be opportunities which will pop up everywhere with the schedule we face. A lot can change very quickly.

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‘It’s always interesting to look at and earmark (who’s not playing). The players who’ve not got a huge amount of minutes by the back end of August is always a good one to look at.

‘It could be injuries, whether they are out of favour or whether they are available. It’s one to keep an eye on.’

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