As Premier League clubs intensify their search for reinforcements, several of them could actually find valuable solutions in players returning from loan spells this summer.

Here’s a look at eight players heading back to their parent clubs who deserve a fresh chance to prove their worth.

The ongoing Marcus Rashford transfer situation continues to baffle many observers.

It remains unclear why Barcelona opted to sign Anthony Gordon for triple the amount they might have paid for Rashford, even when considering the salary difference. Equally puzzling is their reluctance to pay £26 million for a player who contributed 14 goals and 14 assists for them, even after adding Gordon. Rashford’s outright refusal to entertain moves to Arsenal or Bayern Munich adds to the confusion, as does Manchester United’s unwillingness to offer him another chance despite their glaring need for a left winger.

Rashford’s relationship with Ruben Amorim had become strained, and sending him out on loan to Aston Villa and later Barcelona proved to be the right decision to revive his career.

Now that he’s close to rediscovering his best form and United are progressing positively under Michael Carrick following Amorim’s exit, it seems logical for Rashford to sit down with the manager. After all, replacing him with a player of comparable quality would likely cost United upwards of £50 million, and even more for a younger alternative.

Marcos Senesi has already joined Tottenham Hotspur on a free transfer from Bournemouth, and Spurs are reportedly working hard to reunite Roberto De Zerbi with Brighton’s Jan Paul van Hecke. Meanwhile, Micky van de Ven continues to be linked with Liverpool, and Cristian Romero appears set to move on.

After two successive seasons finishing 17th, Tottenham’s priority is clear—sign defenders familiar with the Premier League. Given the anticipated tactical adjustments under De Zerbi, who is expected to simplify his early approach to prevent a relegation battle, Spurs would prefer not to bring in too many players who need time to adapt to English football.

However, an exception should be made for a 19-year-old talent already owned by the club and valued at €60 million [£52 million], who could easily end up at Liverpool or Chelsea if Spurs let him go. “Why not give him a chance?” asked Tottenham legend Toby Alderweireld, who faced Vuskovic in Belgium and described the youngster as a “very good defender”.

Reports indicate that Enzo Maresca’s declining faith in Nicolas Jackson prompted his loan move to Bayern Munich last summer. With Maresca’s departure and Chelsea’s managerial transition from Liam Rosenior to Xabi Alonso, the Senegalese forward is expected to receive another opportunity at Stamford Bridge.

Jackson is said to remain ‘highly regarded’ by the BlueCo hierarchy, and Alonso plans to ‘evaluate’ him after the World Cup before deciding on his future. Chelsea are reportedly seeking around €70 million [£60 million] for a permanent transfer. While Jackson’s finishing could still improve, his 30 goals and 12 assists across 81 appearances represent a solid output. Moreover, his off-the-ball movement made him a perfect foil for Cole Palmer, whose dip in form this season can partly be attributed to Jackson’s absence and the space he used to create with his forward runs.

Rumours that Jackson wants to leave for more game time don’t hold much weight given his limited involvement behind Harry Kane at Bayern Munich. Alonso could instead deploy him on the left wing, where neither Alejandro Garnacho nor Jamie Gittens have yet proven capable of offering strong competition.

Arnaud Kalimuendo, signed by Nottingham Forest for £25 million following a 17-goal campaign for Stade Rennais in Ligue 1, can justifiably question why the club brought him in only to give him a mere 88 Premier League minutes under three different managers before loaning him to Frankfurt in January.

Despite Igor Jesus and Chris Wood struggling to find the net, Kalimuendo was denied opportunities even after scoring in consecutive Europa League matches—two of his only three starts for Forest. The 24-year-old thrived at Frankfurt, playing nearly every minute during the second half of the season and scoring six goals. With a £20 million valuation proving a stumbling block, he now faces an unwanted return to the City Ground.

Forest can either accept a cut-price offer or finally give Kalimuendo the platform to prove himself. While he may not be the definitive answer to their attacking problems—and manager Vítor Pereira is expected to pursue a more established striker—Kalimuendo is certainly worth keeping as a strong backup option.

Chelsea’s young winger George endured a rather unproductive loan stint at Everton, starting only once and logging just 210 minutes. Yet, many Blues fans would have preferred to see him on the left flank over Garnacho during that period. Though his long-term readiness remains uncertain, Chelsea’s track record of letting academy talents leave prematurely suggests Alonso should give George another chance to impress.

Brighton & Hove Albion signed Diego Coppola from Hellas Verona for around £10 million last summer before loaning him to Paris FC in January following just five league appearances. Manager Fabian Hurzeler noted that the Seagulls got “exactly what we wanted” from the loan, as Coppola played every minute of 13 matches. However, Brighton are reportedly open to selling him amid interest from Lazio and other Serie A clubs.

Coppola, an old-school, physically strong centre-back, may not directly replace Jan Paul van Hecke—likely bound for Tottenham—but he offers Brighton a promising alternative to club captain Lewis Dunk, who is now 34 and approaching the twilight of his career.

Coventry City will likely need to break their transfer record (currently £7.7 million for Haji Wright) to sign Carl Rushworth permanently after his outstanding loan spell last season. Brighton are said to be demanding around £20 million, and reports suggest Coventry have already submitted a formal bid for the 24-year-old goalkeeper.

Rushworth’s future could depend on Bart Verbruggen’s situation, as the Dutchman is attracting interest from Tottenham and other clubs. Even if Verbruggen stays, Brighton could opt to share goalkeeping duties between the two as they return to European competition.

“From my information in Girona, he was unbelievable,” said Pep Guardiola in April when asked if Yan Couto Reis would be part of Manchester City’s squad next season. That decision now rests with Enzo Maresca. The defender boasted a 91% passing success rate and ranked in the 93rd percentile for touches, demonstrating his composure in possession and tactical intelligence in a high defensive line—traits reminiscent of the recently departed John Stones.