Pompey delay player wages again

Portsmouth expect to pay their players’ December salaries on January 5.

The club had hoped the outstanding player salaries would be processed today, but the monies will now be cleared after the Bank Holiday.

A statement from Portsmouth read: “Portsmouth Football Club expect to pay their first team squad’s December salaries on Tuesday, January 5.

“The club has been speaking to the Professional Footballers’ Association and the players have been informed.

“The club has been assured of receipt of funds by Tuesday and the owner and board have been working hard on resolving the short-term delay.”

This is the second time this season Portsmouth have been unable to pay players’ wages on time.