Reports in Brighton are linking Dean Bowditch with a further loan spell with the Seagulls next season. Bowditch, who has another year left on his Town contract, spent time at the Withdean Stadium before Christmas and was due to return in January until he picked up a groin injury.

Despite little involvement with Town this season, boss Jim Magilton has confirmed that the former England U19 international could still be in his plans. The striker is expected to undergo surgery on his groin problem over the summer.

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