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‘A great step forward’: Portsmouth chief hails key appointment of Wolves and ex-Sheffield Wednesday and Hull man

The former Hull, Rotherham and Sheffield Wednesday man has taken up the new performance director role…

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 11:00 AM
‘A great step forward’: Portsmouth chief hails key appointment of Wolves and ex-Sheffield Wednesday and Hull man
Key Things to Know
  • Portsmouth have appointed Stephen Gilpin from Wolves as the club's first performance director.
  • Pompey sporting director Rich Hughes stated the appointment is aimed at reducing the squad's injury burden.
  • Gilpin previously held performance and medical roles at Rotherham United, Sheffield Wednesday, and Hull City.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Portsmouth have appointed Stephen Gilpin as the club's first performance director following his three-and-a-half-year stint at Wolves. Pompey sporting director Rich Hughes hailed the move as a major step forward, aiming to enhance bespoke player programming and significantly reduce the team's injury burden across the club.

Gilpin previously served as a first-team physiotherapist at Hull City and Sheffield Wednesday, as well as head of performance at Rotherham United. He will oversee Portsmouth's medical and sports science departments, working closely with Hughes and head coach John Mousinho once an official start date is finalized.

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