Andy Cullen and Rich Hughes are closing in on Pompey’s next head coach, with the club confident an appointment can be made in the next 48 hours following the conclusion of the interview process.
The Blues have appointed 18 permanent managers since 2000, with some announced on the same day while others have involved a month-long pursuit.
Here is every Fratton Park boss during that period – and how long it took to appoint them, in appointment order...
13. Michael Appleton - 28 days
After Steve Cotterill left for Nottingham Forest, Michael Appleton was appointed manager in October 2011 - 28 days later. Picture: Joe Pepler Photo: Joe Pepler
14. Guy Whittingham - Same day
Michael Appleton left for Blackpool in November 2012 and was replaced by first-team coach Guy Whittingham on the same day, initially as caretaker. Picture: Joe Pepler Photo: Picture: Joe Pepler
15. Richie Barker - 15 days
Richie Barker was appointed as Pompey boss in December 2013 - 15 days after Guy Whittingham was sacked. Picture: Joe Pepler Photo: Joe Pepler
16. Andy Awford - Same day
Richie Barker was sacked in March 2014 and, on the same day, head of Academy Andy Awford was promoted to manager, initially on a caretaker basis. Picture: Joe Pepler Photo: Joe Pepler