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8 players who could leave Portsmouth in the January transfer window – including ex-West Brom and Liverpool men

9 players who could depart Pompey in the January transfer window.

Portsmouth News

Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 1:30 PM

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Portsmouth are considering January squad departures to create space for mid-season additions under manager John Mousinho.
Hayden Matthews could be recalled from his loan at Bradford City and sent out on a different loan.
John Swift could be moved on as he enters the final six months of his Portsmouth contract.

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Portsmouth manager John Mousinho is preparing for the January transfer window as the club aims to create space in a full 25-man Championship squad. With Pompey sitting two points outside the play-offs, several squad members could potentially depart to make room for mid-season additions.

Hayden Matthews could be recalled from a difficult loan spell at Bradford City and loaned elsewhere for regular playing time. Meanwhile, John Swift may be moved on permanently ahead of entering the final six months of his contract, while Mark Kosznovszky is targeted for a return from a long-term knee injury.

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