Portsmouth have a fourth owner within six months after a takeover by Hong Kong businessman Balram Chainrai was confirmed today – and the club could have a fifth before the season is out.

Lomana LuaLua has returned to training after his bout of malaria but will not be rushed back to action to help kick-start Portsmouth’s season.

Portsmouth are ready to test the strength of relegated Southampton’s resolve to keep striker Peter Crouch.

Ricardo Fuller could be the next Portsmouth player to join Harry Redknapp at Southampton.

Arjan de Zeeuw admits he still "can’t believe" former Pompey manager Harry Redknapp has taken over the helm at local rivals Southampton.