Portsmouth Football Club are lining up a swoop for Joey Barton.

Tony Adams is eager to add to his midfield whilst the transfer window is open, after losing Lassana Diarra to Real Madrid and Papa Bouba Diop to a long-term injury.

Barton is currently sidelined with a knee injury but is expected to resume training next week, and if he proves his fitness, Pompey will offer Newcastle United £2million for the 26-year-old.