Brighton boss Graham Potter is eager to give minutes to Hayden Roberts.

Potter said he had been keen for the Brighton-born 19-year-old to go on loan in January and hinted that might happen next term.

Potter said: “I think every player wants to play.

“It would be strange if that wasn't the case.

“In the first part of the season he started off well, our defenders were doing well, we have got a strong area there.

“In January we were looking for more football (for him) but that didn't come for whatever reason, which has meant he has had to play a bit more for the under-23s and develop that way.

“Like any player, there comes a point where you need to play football, and play football more regularly.

“I think he has learnt a lot and grown but to get the benefit of this period he needs to go and play football and hopefully next season that can be the plan."