Portsmouth news and transfers live: Brighton youngster targeted - as Blues restricted to signing just five senior players

There’s already been plenty of chit-chat to whet the appetite of Pompey fans after the League One play-off defeat to Oxford United.

The Blues are targeting a move for Bright and Hove Albion left-back Alex Cochrane.

It’s an area of Kenny Jackett’s squad that certainly needs addressing and the England under-20 international is held in admired by Pompey head of recruitment Phil Boardman.

However, there is also interest in members of Jackett’s current squad.

Crystal Palace are targeting a move for Alex Bass following his impressive performances during the second half of the campaign.

Meanwhile, Ronan Curtis is also a potential replacement for Said Benrahma at Brentford should he depart.

We’ll be bringing you all of the latest news throughout the day.

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