I think I saw him warming up before the game against Alfreton Town, but after that, I didn’t see him again. I don’t think he got on the pitch. I should probably check if he was on the bench, but from what I remember, I don’t think he was.

The loan players we’re bringing in seem to be plugging the holes that would be tricky to sort with permanent deals. I’d like to see Barry Cotter get a run out against Cardiff City, it would be a good chance to see what he can offer. I also hope the club is trying to bring in Neil Warnock and Andy Legg for the match. It’d be a nice way to honour the time they spent with both clubs and give them the welcome they deserve.

I have seen comments about him needing fitness on social media, and some unhappy "fans" complaining that he got a red card against FC Kaiserslautern. Some might be fair; it was a reckless challenge, but again, it's pre-season. I am not sure why there are some calls for him to be returned to Barnsley because of it. I think it's very much one of those where you have to let it pass and accept it for what it is in that moment. On paper, it does look to be a decent signing. Obviously, he has not played a lot of minutes, but getting him up to speed in training and remaining friendlies could see him make an impact for us.

His position has a fair amount of candidates to start, so I think we can afford him time to improve his fitness without being too judgmental of him.

@Chris I understand Barry will get an automatic suspension from the next match even though it's a friendly so we won't see him appear on Tuesday evening.