Portsmouth are bracing for late transfer interest in their top scorer Adrian Segecic, with supporters setting a clear price tag for any potential move. Birmingham City are understood to be monitoring the Croatian forward, though no formal bid has been submitted to Fratton Park. The interest comes as manager John Mousinho finalises his plans for the upcoming fixtures, where Segecic is a central figure.
Manager John Mousinho has previously stated it would take a 'significant' figure for the club to consider selling the 21-year-old, who still has two years remaining on his contract. Segecic joined Pompey from Sydney FC for a six-figure sum in June 2025 and enjoyed a successful first season, finishing as the club's top scorer with 11 goals and four assists. His form has continued this term, with goals already against West Ham United and Lincoln City, contributing to the team's early position in the standings. His overall contribution is also reflected in the club's detailed offensive stats.
Fan valuations for Segecic
With the transfer window closing soon, Pompey fans have taken to social media to share their thoughts on what constitutes a fair price. The consensus suggests a valuation starting at around £7 million, with many arguing for a higher fee given the timing and his importance to the squad.
One supporter wrote, "If Birmingham wants him then they will have to pay the premium. A good price for Pompey I would imagine." Another added, "£10 million minimum at this stage in the window. Losing him now would be a massive blow." Some fans expressed strong opposition to any sale, with one stating it "makes zero sense" and would risk "crippling our season" with no time to reinvest the funds or find a suitable replacement from within the existing squad.
Club's strong negotiating position
Portsmouth are under no pressure to sell, which strengthens their hand in any negotiations. The club's ownership model involves identifying, developing, and eventually selling players, but the late stage of the window complicates a potential deal. Mousinho is preparing his team for the Championship campaign, where Segecic is expected to play a key role, and the club's lack of major injuries in attacking areas further reduces any urgency to deal.
The recent big-money moves for attackers within the Championship, such as Norwich City's £10m signing of Andre Brooks, provide a market context for any discussions. Portsmouth's next match is at home to Coventry City on Saturday, a game where Segecic will be looking to add to his early-season tally as the team aims to climb the table.
