Manager Jim Magilton says that he would like Mark Noble to return for a second loan spell in January. Noble's three-month loan ends after Saturday's home game with Sheffield Wednesday and the West Ham man can't return until the transfer window opens in January.

Magilton told the club site: "We would love to have him back here if that opportunity presents itself.

"Mark is going back to West Ham with our thanks. He's an infectious character, who we have enjoyed having around the place, and he's done a terrific job for us.

"He is a dedicated young man who wants to play at the highest level and I know he's desperate to break into the side at West Ham.

"I wish him every success with that, but if he doesn't get the chance, then I would like him to come back to us in January."

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