Portsmouth expected to prioritise signings in three positions this January, report claims

Portsmouth expected to prioritise signings in three positions this January, report claims

Portsmouth are reportedly looking to sign a centre-back, midfielder, and attacking midfielder in January, according to The News.

Portsmouth has struggled this season, but recent performances have given them optimism of escaping the relegation zone.

Portsmouth are reportedly looking to sign a centre-back, midfielder, and attacking midfielder in January, according to The News.

Portsmouth has struggled this season, but recent performances have given them optimism of escaping the relegation zone.

The setback was disappointing given the Rams’ recent form, but the south coast side can’t afford to be too down as they prepare for some vital games during the winter season.

The January window after that is another critical period.Portsmouth recruited heavily in the summer, but the effectiveness of their signings has been questioned.

According to The News, Pompey will likely prioritise three positions this winter. According to reports, a central defender, defensive midfielder, and attacking midfielder would be sought.

It will be hoped that players who can make an immediate impact be added, since the club focused on signing more developmental goals in the summer, which enraged some fans.

Experience is needed.

Portsmouth surprised many by focussing on signing unknown players during the summer transfer window. That recruitment profile can be shrewd and provide significant market gains when others may miss out.

However, after losing a number of veteran players with much experience over the summer, many thought that more needed to be added for the promotion to the Championship.

Except for a few, the majority of those signed were young, inexperienced hopefuls. At times, that has looked to be the demise of Pompey.

Experienced players with Championship-level or above pedigree are required to strengthen three important positions in the side’s spine.

Seeing out 2024

After a challenging first half of the season, Portsmouth aims to finish the 2024 Championship campaign well.

After losing to Derby County, they will have a challenging game against Frank Lampard’s Coventry City at Fratton Park this Saturday.

Pompey face Watford on Boxing Day, followed by an away encounter at Ashton Gate against Bristol City to close the year.