Loan moves to the English Football League can either make or break a young player.
A talent who is used to playing against opposition of a similar age to themselves can soon be found out when they drop into the lower tiers. The Championship and Leagues One and Two are awash with players who are experienced at playing at a higher level.
They also showcase a physicality that can be intimidating to a teenager. While there are plenty of pitfalls for a youngster making his first steps in men's football in the EFL, the rewards on offer can outweigh many of those concerns.
