Brighton and Hove Albion’s small army of loan players will be returning from their various outposts in the coming days and weeks. The Seagulls have had 14 players out on loan this season and decisions on the next step for their careers will be taken this summer. Brighton have used the loan market to their advantage in recent seasons with the likes of Moises Caicedo, Alexis Mac Allister, Kaoru Mitoma and Simon Adingra all benefiting from experience gained while away from the Amex Stadium. Some of this season’s crop may go on to be first team regulars for Roberto De Zerbi, while others will seek another loan or permanent moves away. Here’s a run down on all 14 and a look at what their future may hold.
13. Marc Leonard
The 22-year-old has been brilliant during his loans at Northampton Town and his manager described him as one of the best to wear the shirt. The midfielder has one year remaining on his contract and is looking for a permanent move to Championship club. Photo: Pete Norton
14. Ed Turns
The 21-year-old defender is on loan at Crewe and helped them to the League Two play-off final where they will play Crawley Town at Wembley this Sunday. Another year left on his Brighton contract and looks set for another loan or a permanent move away this summer Photo: Ben Roberts Photo
15. Jensen Weir
The son of Albion technical director David, made 27 appearances in League One with Port Vale - after cutting his loan at Blackpool short. The midfielder scored once with one assist and the 22-year-old could be set for another loan or a permanent move. Photo: Gareth Copley
16. James Beadle
The 19-year-old England youth goalkeeper started the season in League One with Oxford and then switched to Sheffield Wednesday and helped them to Championship survival. Impressed with eight clean sheets in 19 outings for Wednesday. Contracted with Brighton until 2028. Another loan looks likely but many at Brighton are excited by his potential. Photo: Ben Roberts Photo