For a bit of fun, we fired up Football Manager 2020, and simulated the game into the future, and had a look at the starting XI and manager it predicts will be on show for Pompey at the start of next season.
5. CB: Christian Burgess
The towering defender is tied down to a new deal, and keeps his starting spot to face Wycombe. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images) Photo: Catherine Ivill
6. LB: Lee Brown
Brown also manages to land a new deal, and starts the new season in the left-back position. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images) Photo: Bryn Lennon
7. CM: Jack Concannon
The highly-rated Birmingham City youngster is let out on loan to get some first team experience under his belt, and makes Portsmouth's starting XI. (Photo by Dan Istitene/Getty Images) Photo: Dan Istitene
8. CM: Ben Close
He starts alongside Concannon in a central midfield duo. However, it appears that Middlesbrough are interested in signing him before the end of August. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images) Photo: Catherine Ivill