TIM FOSU-MENSAH – FULHAM

A second successive season-long loan move in the Premier League ended when the defender suffered a knee-ligament injury. The Dutch youngster was part of Slavisa Jokanovic’s plans until the Cottagers manager was replaced by Claudio Ranieri. When the Italian then departed, Scott Parker recalled the 21-year-old and he played in the home game against Liverpool, one of 12 league appearances in total – 10 as a starter for the relegated Londoners.

ETHAN HAMILTON – ROCHDALE

The Scottish midfielder adapted well to life in senior football and can certainly view the move as an overall success. He smashed a spectacular goal on his Dale debut against Peterborough and showed he has the physical attributes to handle the step up. A winner in the penultimate fixture against Bristol Rovers helped Rochdale preserve their League One status and the 20-year-old will have attracted some attention for his performances.

DEAN HENDERSON – SHEFFIELD UNITED

The Championship’s Golden Glove winner was a firm favourite with the Bramall Lane faithful from the outset. This was the latest success story for the England Under-21 international as he was a key figure in a remarkable promotion campaign for the Blades, who will return to the Premier League after finishing as runners-up to Norwich City. While showing he was capable of making some stunning saves, and keeping alert despite being behind a well-drilled and effective defence, he also displayed a real winning mentality throughout the entire season.

DEMI MITCHELL – HEARTS

The attacking left-back linked up again with the Edinburgh side last summer after a hugely impressive spell in the Scottish capital in the previous season. After making 23 appearances in all competitions, and scoring once – in the Scottish FA Cup tie against Auchinleck – he sustained a knee problem while taking a shot in that tie which necessitated a premature return to the Aon Training Complex. The 20-year-old will hope for better fortune in 2019/20.