Riise returns to Fulham

Portsmouth decided not to extend the 28-year-old’s loan deal.

Pompey caretaker boss Guy Whittingham told The News: “Bjorn will not be staying. It just hasn’t worked out for him, unfortunately.

“I’ve been in that situation myself where you go on loan somewhere and it doesn’t happen for you. But he’s been a great professional and I still think he’s enjoyed being here. We’ve enjoyed having him here.

“He understood the situation and he’s been fine with it. It was the right decision to bring him in. He added to the squad and helped the competition for places.”