Cam Pring’s recall to Bristol City means Kenny Jackett will look for a replacement to compete with Lee Brown on the left-hand side of defence.
The Blues are keen to bring Steve Seddon back to Fratton Park after his scintillating spell on loan last season.
Pompey would prefer another temporary deal for the Reading lad but Brum are keen to cash in on Seddon which has put a spanner in the works.
Kenny Jackett and his recruit team are likely identifying other players who could fit the bill should they be unable to land.
Players out of favour in the Championship or Premier League youngsters are likely to be the market Pompey are scouring. We take a look at who could fit the bill…
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. Steve Seddon - Birmingham
A player so many fans would love to see back at Fratton Park. Seddon enjoyed a superb spell at Pompey during the second half of last season and supporters have been clamouring for him since. Seddon was on loan at AFC Wimbledon this season but was recalled by Birmingham last week. It's certainly one to keep an eye on. Photo: Joe Pepler
1. Steve Seddon - Birmingham
A player so many fans would love to see back at Fratton Park. Seddon enjoyed a superb spell at Pompey during the second half of last season and supporters have been clamouring for him since. Seddon was on loan at AFC Wimbledon this season but was recalled by Birmingham last week. It's certainly one to keep an eye on. Photo: Joe Pepler
2. Leif Davis - Leeds United
The 21-year-old was on Pompey's radar during the summer before they opted to sign Cam Pring. Davis has played only twice for Marco Bielsa's side this season - against Man City and Man Utd - and a spell playing senior football would help his development. He has plenty of pace and can also operate at centre-back. Photo: Bruce Rollinson
3. Joel Bagan - Cardiff City
The Basingstoke-born youngster recently signed a new deal with the south Wales outfit until 2023. He’s highly rated by Bluebirds boss Neil Harris and has featured twice in the Championship this season. Bagan also had a loan spell at Notts County last term, featuring in both their National League play-off matches. The 19-year-old also wouldn't count towards the salary cap rules. Photo: Cardiff City FC
4. Jaden Brown - Huddersfield
The Terriers purchased Brown from Spurs in 2019 before sending him out on loan to Exeter. This season, the 21-year-old has played only eight times in the Championship for Carlos Corberan’s men and he may want more minutes elsewhere. Photo: Lewis Storey