Danny Cowley has already set his stall up in terms of transfers, with the Blues boss wanting five or six new players in pre-season.
But how could the Fratton Park side line-up next season, if the 43-year-old gets his wish?
The ex-Lincoln boss is set to embark on his third transfer window at the club’s helm, after citing the trio of trading periods as crucial to success.
So, it’s imperative Pompey’s hierarchy make the right calls if they’re to compete for promotion next term.
Here’s the team Cowley could name next season as he plots a Championship challenge.
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5. RWB - Nesta Guinness-Walker
As things stand, Pompey have only one right-back contracted beyond this season, and they'll be in the market for a new face as a result. The Blues had been linked with Guinness-Walker's services in January from AFC Wimbledon, and could reignite their interest as he fits the club's transfer policy. Picture Jacques Feeney/Getty Images Photo: Jacques Feeney
6. CM - Joe Morrell
Joe Morrell will remain one of the first names on the team sheet following an impressive maiden season at Pompey. Picture: Joe Pepler Photo: Joe Pepler
7. CM - Jamie Lindsay
As revealed by The News, Pompey remain interested in Rotherham's Lindsay following their failed January pursuit. Danny Cowley is an admirer of the midfielder and could play him alongside Morrell if he gets his man, Picture Bruce Rollinson Photo: Bruce Rollinson
8. LWB - Denver Hume
Following his January arrival from Sunderland, Hume as endured a stop-start time at the club so far. Next season he'll be aiming to cement the left-wing-back slot. Picture: Malcolm Bryce Photo: Malcolm Bryce