Lovell is raw and is guilty of missing guilt edge chances - leaving doubts in Rix's mind whether he can cut it in Division One. With Sheffield United still reeling from Saturday's debacle against West Brom, it is likely that Lovell will go straight into the starting line up against Millwall over the weekend.
Lovell was another one of Alan Ball's big hopes but he has failed to impress - except for his remarkable ability to fall over whenever he goes on a run. WIth Lovell leaving, it seems unlikely that any other strikers will be allowed to leave. Especially Peter Crouch.
Crouch has been Rix's saviour this season, but many national papers are reporting that Aston Villa have made a £3.5million bid for the lanky front man. This story has not been denied or afirmed by Aston Villa or Pompey.
Check the site later for our in depth, exclusive report of Graham Rix's future, as well as some more news about the Flahavan Memorial Football tournament.