Tiago Ilori (Bordeaux)
Another centre-defender that may struggle to break into the side upon his return, Tiago Ilori has done little to stake his claim while on loan in France. He has made just 12 appearances in Ligue 1.
He is still just 22 years of age, so has time to turn things around. Perhaps the best thing for him next season, would be another loan deal so he can continue his development.
Grade: D
Sheyi Ojo (Wigan Athletic)
The experience of being part of a side that is battling to beat the drop, as he did with Wigan, is likely to have a positive impact on him, and his subsequent performances in our U21 side certainly suggest that that is the case.
The pressure of helping Wigan fight for Championship survival will hopefully mean that the fear of making a mistake should somewhat disappear once he is surrounded by better players. He suited the Latics’ philosophy of getting the ball down, but unfortunately, the situation they were in restricted the impact he could make.
Grade: B-
