RECAP: Transfer deadline day - Portsmouth conclude January business with signing of Sunderland and ex-Millwall striker
The events that unfolded certainly lived up to expectations, as Pompey confirmed their fifth and final winter transfer.
Re-live all the goings on by scrolling through our live updates.
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Key Events
- Deadline closes at 11pm tonight
- Danny Cowley is keen to add a midfielder and a forward to his squad
- Lewis Wing and Jamie Lindsay linked
- Pompey in hunt for experienced striker
Danny Cowley on Aiden O’Brien signing
Portsmouth transfers: Danny Cowley reveals key factor in signing Sunderland and ex-Millwall striker Aiden O’Brien
Danny Cowley has credited Pompey’s reputation as a factor in Aiden O’Brien’s decision to join the club.
Danny Cowley on Aiden O’Brien signing
Portsmouth transfers: Danny Cowley reveals key factor in signing Sunderland and ex-Millwall striker Aiden O’Brien
Danny Cowley has credited Pompey’s reputation as a factor in Aiden O’Brien’s decision to join the club.
Shrewsbury sign reported Pompey target
Shrewsbury have confirmed the signing of left-back Matthew Bondswell from Newcastle. The defender has reportedly been on Pompey’s radar this month, until Danny Cowley rubbished such claims.
Pompey’s window close to completion
It is believed Pompey’s winter window will be complete after the official announcement of Aiden O’Brien. It’s unlikely any surprise deals will be struck at present.
Rotherham sign Arsenal youngster
The Millers have announced the loan capture of Jordi Osei-Tutu from Arsenal. The winger has enjoyed temporary spells with Nottingham Forest and Cardiff before making the move to Paul Warne’s side.
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Portsmouth transfers: Why Sunderland's Aiden O’Brien’s versatility makes him a 'solid' signing ahead of close Blues move
Sunderland striker Aiden O’Brien’s versatility will make him a ‘solid’ signing ahead of his imminent Pompey arrival.
O’Brien reaction
@GeorgeS76840799: Pompey fans have short memories. We’ve just offloaded Marquis and Harrison who are both scoring. What’s not to say this guy won’t?
@andi4asg: not been a prolific scorer so far, so maybe perfect for us
@WillHughes_: Nice to see we’re replacing two misfiring strikers with someone who’s scored 5 in his last 45 for his current club
Pompey reportedly closing in on striker signing
The News’ Jordan Cross has had his finger on the pulse of Pompey’s move for Aiden O’Brien, with a deal now close for the 28-year-old.
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BREAKING: Portsmouth set to land Sunderland attacker as former Millwall man bolsters forward options
Pompey are set to seal a deal for Sunderland attacker Aiden O’Brien.
Ben Thompson reaction
@BunkyBowers: Sadly that may say more about him than Pompey
@Matt25Smithers: What happened to the whole “special cases” thing
@CowleysCows: Reckon he’ll go on short term deal til end of season for game time to put himself in shop window & help them out, it’s guaranteed game time something he wouldn’t be at clubs who look at him. In summer he could demand a higher wage once proven himself
@rpjt4383: If Pompey don’t hijack this deal purely to appease the social media following then someone isn’t doing their job at this Football Club
