Today sees that solution ruined.
Loan signing Emanuele Morini was hoping to make a start for Pompey reserves tonight but instead will be resting following a training ground injury to his ankle. It now looks as if the former AS Roma player will have to sit that one out after joining the Blues for a week long trial. The 19 year-old Italian was given permission by Bolton Wanderers to play in Pompey's reserve match against Southend tonight so that Rix could assess the youngster's potential. Pompey have been cleared of any duplicity following the riotous behaviour of some so-called Pompey fans during their game against Coventry at Highfield Road last month. In a letter to both clubs the FA's Head of Stadia, Safety and Security, Chris Whalley, said that there is an ongoing police inquiry and West Midlands Police have arranged a meeting to review the events and consider any future improvements.