Promising Portsmouth talent among eight departures in 20 days amid Havant & Waterlooville exodus

Portsmouth youngster Michael Ani has returned to Fratton Park following the expiration of his one-month loan spell at Havant & Waterlooville. The right-back made six appearances for the Hawks after initially being signed by caretaker manager Shaun Gale. Ani's exit marks the eighth departure from the Southern League Premier South club within 20 days under new management duo Pat Suraci and Joe Lea.

Suraci and Lea have quickly reshaped the squad, overseeing six new arrivals alongside the eight exits. Among the incoming players is fellow Portsmouth defender Nathaniel Chioma, who joined Havant & Waterlooville on a three-month loan, as well as former Pompey players Bradley Tarbuck and Joe Oastler.