The midfielders who Portsmouth could target - from West Ham, Everton, Brighton, Derby and Blackburn

Kenny Jackett’s aiming to bolster his engine room as he finally aims to lead the Blues to League One promotion.

There is a concern that Pompey have no like-for-like cover for Andy Cannon, who’s become a fundamental player since the switch to a two-man midfield.

It could also be argued that the Blues also need a replacement for Tom Naylor should the skipper sustain an injury, as there’s no-one in the squad who can replicate his combative style in the middle of the park.

Jackett and his recruitment team will be identifying potential targets who could be prised to Fratton Park, with the funds available for one heavy-hitter in the area.

Pompey are likely to recruit a fringe midfielder from the Championship or a talented youngster in a Premier League side’s under-23s set-up.

We take a look at some players the Blues may be targeting...