It’s been quite a tough season for Brett Pitman hasn’t it Portsmouth fans?

The 31-year-old forward’s goal-scoring antics last season saw him record his best total (24) for eight years as he fired Kenny Jackett’s side to an eighth place finish in League One.

Yet despite Pompey experiencing a much better campaign this year, Pitman has failed to replicate anywhere near the same level of performance, raising concerns that he may not be able to make the jump up to the Championship if the club achieve promotion in May.

With the former Bournemouth star having only found the back of the net on six occasions in 30 league games, Jackett has had to rely on the likes of Jamal Lowe, Ronan Curtis and Gareth Evans to step up to the plate this season.

Pitman’s poor recent record in the Championship will also act as a warning sign for Portsmouth. Before moving to Fratton Park, the forward represented Ipswich in the second tier for two seasons and only managed to score 14 goals in 64 league games for the Tractors, illustrating that he may not have what it takes to compete at that level anymore.

By letting Pitman leave, the club could focus on trying to lure Omar Bogle away from the club on a permanent deal in the summer. However, according to The Star, Pompey did not include an option to buy as part of their initial loan deal with Cardiff City and therefore will have to negotiate a new deal with Neil Warnock’s side in the summer if they want to sign the striker.

Even if Portsmouth do not achieve promotion at the end of this season, it would still be beneficial if they let Pitman go as it would give them the opportunity to give the younger generation of forwards at the club the chance to flourish at Fratton Park.

What do you think Pompey fans? Should Jackett cut ties with Pitman in the summer? Or will a decision depend on what league the club finds itself in next season? Let us know below.