Wonder what effect that has on the loan deal? The loan deal would probably have included a clause on the number of appearances, and if that figure is not being met, as it looks likely, then Sheff Utd would have to pay more. Just wonder if releasing him to play for the U23's as he's not in their matchday squad effects any appearance clause? Mind you if he's just going to be doing that might as well come back and at leats train at Mellwood.