A deal for Preston forward Jayden Stockley looked on the cards – until he decided to return to Charlton following a loan spell at The Valley last season.
Danny Cowley has been linked with plenty of players over the past few days, yet those rumours have yet to be converted into actual signings – leaving the Fratton faithful waiting to see who’ll be added to the signing of non-league youngster Liam Vincent.
As the wait continues, the Blues’ League One rivals continue to be busy.
Twenty-one deals were confirmed over the past week, including Bryn Morris’ move to Burton.
Here’s what transpired in the division as clubs continue to take shape ahead of the 2020-21 campaign...
13. Kyle Knoyle: Cambridge United to Doncaster Rovers
The right-back has moved to the Keepmoat Stadium on a two-year deal after turning down a new deal with the U's. The 24-year-old former West Ham and Swindon defender made 52 appearances last season as Cambridge won promotion back to League One. Picture: David Rogers/Getty Images Photo: David Rogers
14. Will Aimson: Plymouth to Bolton
The 27-year-old defender has joined the newly-promoted Trotters on a two-year deal after being released by the Pilgrims. He made 36 appearances for Plymouth last season. Picture: George Wood/Getty Images Photo: George Wood
15. Elliott Bennett: Blackburn to Shrewsbury
The 32-year-old former Wolves, Brighton and Norwich winger has moved to the Shrews on a one-year deal following five-and-a-half years at Ewood Park. The brother of former Pompey favourite Kyle, the wide man had been in discussions about extending his Rovers stay but has instead opted for a reunion with Steve Cotterill The duo worked together at Bristol City during the 2015-16 season. Picture: Lewis Storey/Getty Images Photo: Lewis Storey
16. Ryan Bowman: Exeter to Shrewsbury
The 29-year-old has made the move to Shrewsbury for an undisclosed fee. The former Motherwell striker has signed a two-year deal after scoring 14 goals for the Grecians last season. Picture: Dan Mullan/Getty Images Photo: Dan Mullan