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The centre-backs Portsmouth could target to replace Christian Burgess - from Leicester, Everton, Chelsea, Sheffield United and Sunderland

Pompey are preparing for life without Christian Burgess next season.

The popular defender will depart Fratton Park this summer, having agreed to join Belgian side Royale Union Saint-Gilloise.

That means the Blues are likely to be in the market for a replacement during the transfer window – especially if Norwich loanee Sean Raggett also departs.

We’ve taken a look at some of the centre-backs that could fit the bill...

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