The key area Portsmouth have to sort out in the January transfer window

Portsmouth are reportedly viewing central midfield as the key area requiring recruitment focus during the upcoming January transfer window. Despite supporters focusing on the striker position and defensive injuries, manager John Mousinho reportedly believes his options in the middle of the pitch are the closest to being exposed after summer business.

The report notes that heavy reliance on 35-year-old captain Marlon Pack has highlighted depth concerns alongside a long-term injury to Mark Kosznovszky. Summer signings Rocco Shein and Iyad Mohamed are still adapting, leaving Mousinho's squad searching for consistent balance in the double pivot.