And with Tyler Walker and George Hirst’s loans from Coventry and Leicester expiring at the end of the season, the Fratton chief is expected to overhaul his front line for the 2022-23 term.
But who could the club move for within the free-agent market?
We’ve had a quick look to see...
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1. Lewis Grabban - Nottingham Forest
Age: 34
2021-22 Appearances: 29
Goals: 13
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2. Kyle Wootton - Notts County
Age: 25
2021-22 Appearances: 30
Goals: 16
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3. Freddie Ladapo Rotherham
Age: 29
2021-22 Appearances: 34
Goals: 15
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4. Michael Smith - Rotherham
Age: 30
2021-22 Appearances: 39
Goals: 21
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