Whiteman returns to Degerfors

Alfie Whiteman has re-joined Degerfors IF on loan for the duration of the 2022 Swedish Allsvenskan season.

A product of our Academy, the 23-year-old goalkeeper made 13 appearances during the latter half of Degerfors’ 2021 campaign, helping them to retain their top-flight status.

Alfie made his competitive debut for us against Ludogorets in the UEFA Europa League in November, 2020.

We also have the option to recall Alfie as part of the agreement.

Elsewhere, Development Squad goalkeeper Kacper Kurylowicz has joined Isthmian League side Potters Bar Town on loan for the rest of the campaign. He will be eligible to play for both the Hertfordshire club and our Under-23s, while continuing to train full-time with us.

In addition, we have agreed to release midfielder Michael Craig from his contract.

Michael joined our Academy at Under-13 level and progressed to our Development Squad, also making two appearances in our first team squad as an unused substitute in the UEFA Europa Conference League earlier this season.

We wish Michael well for the next stage of his career.