On 14 January, the Pilgrims announced on their website that the 20-year-old right-back had returned to Villa after the activation of a clause in his loan agreement. Despite making 27 appearances for the Championship side during the first half of the season, Argyle boss Ian Foster was surprised to see the England youth international return to Villa Park on 19 January (via BBC Sport). Bardell has expressed doubts about whether Kesler-Hayden will be given the opportunity to impress for the Villans in the second half of the campaign, given that previous recalls from loan spells have not led to anything. Speaking exclusively to Villa News, Bardell suggested that Kesler-Hayden’s homegrown status could see him forming part of the European squad without registration. However, Bardell remains uncertain whether the player will make an impact upon his return. In other Aston Villa news, a journalist is thrilled after a Villa signing has been confirmed.
‘I heard…’ – Journo details what he’s been told about ‘Shock’ Aston Villa loan recall
Dan Bardell has revealed that Kaine Kesler-Hayden could be set to form part of the Aston Villa first-team following his recall from a loan spell with Plymouth Argyle
