Pompey Target Tyrese Shade Missing Again Amid Speculation
Pompey are believed to be on the trail of Burton Albion attacker Tyrese Shade, who has been missing for their opening two matches. The 26-year-old has been the subject of strong Championship interest ahead of the window's climax as clubs continue to circle.
What Happened?
Shade, who can operate across the front-line, was left out of the matchday squad for Burton's 2-1 win at the King Power Stadium on the weekend. This means the frontman has failed to appear since news of apparent Championship interest emerged earlier this month.
Why It Matters for Portsmouth
Pompey are reportedly interested in signing Shade, who has netted 14 goals in all competitions during his maiden campaign at the Pirelli Stadium. The 26-year-old is expected to depart Burton Albion, with head coach Gary Bowyer anticipating late transfer activity involving the prolific striker.
What Comes Next?
Bowyer has admitted that he would make a call on Shade's availability for their trip to Leicester City on Saturday. However, with uncertainty growing over his future, Shade was once again missing for Burton having been left out of the matchday squad for their 2-1 win at the King Power Stadium on the weekend.
Recent Form
Portsmouth are currently 18th in the Championship, with 55 points from 46 games. They have scored 49 goals and conceded 64, with a goal difference of -15. They are 40 points behind leaders Coventry and have a recent form of 2W-2D-1L (DDWWL).
Current Squad
The Pompey squad is currently missing several key players, including Connor Ogilvie, Franco Umeh, Jacob Farrell, Josef Bursik, Keshi Anderson, and Márk Kosznovszky.
League Standing
Portsmouth are currently 18th in the Championship, with 55 points from 46 games. They have scored 49 goals and conceded 64, with a goal difference of -15. They are 40 points behind leaders Coventry and have a recent form of 2W-2D-1L (DDWWL).
Last Result
Pompey's last result was a 1-1 draw against Birmingham on May 2, 2026.
You can check on our fixtures page ahead of a run of games. The squad is currently missing several key players, including Connor Ogilvie, Franco Umeh, Jacob Farrell, Josef Bursik, Keshi Anderson, and Márk Kosznovszky. The team's recent form is 2W-2D-1L (DDWWL), with a goal difference of -15. They are 40 points behind leaders Coventry in the Championship table.
