VERDICT: The decisions Portsmouth should make on the futures of EVERY player this summer - including keeping Leicester loanee and ex-Sunderland duo
By Sam Cox and Pepe Lacey
Published 19th Apr 2022, 18:00 BST
Updated 19th Apr 2022, 18:26 BST
Pompey are set for a gruelling 11-days as they limp towards the season’s climax.
The Blues’ season is all but over with three games to play – after their faint play-off hopes officially ended with a 1-1 draw with Morecambe.
But one positive is they can get a head start in their summer preparations.
It’s set to be another pre-season of immense change off the field as Danny Cowley looks to re-shape his side to enhance their promotion credentials.
The club currently have 17 players not contracted beyond this term, and decisions need to made sooner or later on their futures.
Here’s what we think the club should do – and what individuals need to do to secure success next term.
It’s set to be another pre-season of immense change off the field as Danny Cowley looks to re-shape his side to enhance their promotion credentials.
9. Clark Robertson
Clark Robertson has endured a rollercoaster first season at the club following his injury lay-off midway through the campaign. However, Pompey need a fit and firing Robertson next season if they're to challenge for promotion. The ex-Rotherham man needs to maintain his availability throughout next term. Photo: JPIMedia
Hayden Carter has made a huge impression at Fratton Park since his loan arrival in January. If there's a willingness from Blackburn, the defender, and Pompey to keep him on the south coast for another year, the club must do all they can to keep him. However, with Rovers' Premier League push dwindling, they may want to use him in the Championship next season. Photo: The News
Sean Raggett is one of the favourites for this year's player of the season award after a phenomenal campaign. Pompey have to tie him down to a new contract and build their defence around him as a result. The ex-Norwich man is one of the best in the division and a real menace in both boxes. Photo: The News
Has proved a lot of transfer doubters wrong this season by establishing himself as a real asset for Pompey. His challenge next season is to maintain his high standards while keeping Denver Hume out of the team. The left-back battle promises to be one of the best watches next term. Photo: JPIMedia