Previously this summer the PT looked at the first signings manager Darren Ferguson (with the help of chairman Darragh MacAnthony and director of football Barry Fry) made in his first two spells at Posh.
Here’s how well the first signings of his third spell fared. Ferguson returned on January 27, 2018. Permanent signings only. Date of signing in ()….
9. George Boyd (15/7/2019)
The club legend's second spell at Posh after leaving Sheffield Wednesday was not as good as his first. He made just 25 appearances and scored one goal before moving to Salford City. Now at Wythenshawe Town of the NW Counties League. Posh rating 5/10. Photo: Joe Dent
10. Nathan Thompson (10/8/2019)
Outstanding defender picked up on a free transfer after he left Portsmouth and who played a big part in a promotion. Now at Stevenage after 131 appearances and four goals for Posh. Posh rating 8/10. Photo: Joe Dent
11. Jack Taylor (7/1/2020)
Cost £500k from Barnet, but an outstanding midfield purchase. Starred in the Posh League One promotion team. He scored 22 goals in 138 Posh appearances and now in the Premier League with Ipswich Town after £2 million move 12 months ago. Posh rating 9./10. Photo: Joe Dent
12. Dan Gyollai (30/7/2020)
Hungarian goalkeeper signed for nothing from Wigan Athletic. Just four EFL Trophy appearances and no FL games for Posh and now with Glentoran in Northern Ireland. Posh rating 3/10. Photo: David Lowndes