Lewie Coyle has rejoined Fleetwood Town on another loan deal from Leeds.
Coyle was a mainstay for the Cod Army in 2017/18, making 48 appearances in all competitions, and the right-back will spend next season playing his football at Highbury Stadium once again.
The 22-year-old will be contracted until January 6, where Leeds will then make a decision on his future – certainly where Fleetwood fans are concerned, they’ll be hoping to see him sold to their club permanently.
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Coyle put his decision to return down to the influence of Joey Barton, who the Blackpool Gazette report had a strong desire to manage him.
At the end of his season-long loan, Coyle won both the Players’ Player of the Year and Junior Cod Army Player of the year awards to cap off an impressive stint, and he was singled out for praise by then-boss John Sheridan.
Speaking about his decision as quoted by the club’s official website, Coyle said: “He [Barton] was a massive influence is my move.I am delighted to return and knowing what the club is about and hearing about the plans for this season, it made sense with me coming back.
“The new gaffer and I have spoken a few times and he told me he was keen to get me here, and it really excites me to work with him.”
He sent a message on Twitter following the move.
Where the fans are concerned, Leeds’ loss very much appears to be Fleetwood’s gain:
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