Hatters midfielder thanks Brewers fans after Albion loan move is cut short

Luton midfielder Elliot Thorpe has thanked the Burton Albion supporters after being recalled from what was ultimately a frustrating loan spell with the League One club.

The 22-year-old joined the Brewers in September last year in a deal that was initially meant to run until the end of the season, as following three impressive substitute outings for the Hatters, including a Championship debut against Preston, hopes were high he would get some senior football under his belt.

But with manager Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink leaving almost instantly, Thorpe struggled to get a look-in under new boss Dino Maamria, making just one start and a further six appearances from the bench.

On his return to Kenilworth Road, Thorpe tweeted: “Thank you @burtonalbionfc for the opportunity.

"All the best to the players, staff & fans.”

Responding on social media, @chrisdalton1977 tweeted: “Hope to see you back and pushing for a place in the team at Kenilworth Road Elliot!!

"I’m sure your hard work will pay off for you and we will see you playing for us soon!!”

@benlee100: “Really looking forward to seeing you get more game time at Luton.

"Hope you enjoyed the loan at Burton Albion.”

@joshh_h2003: “Welcome Back El, you didnt deserve them anyway.

"Hope you come into this side and thrive like you deserve.”

@ltfc_jt: “They didn’t deserve you - welcome back.”

@Kbrewers96: “Should’ve had more of a chance, good technical player who didn’t fit our brexit style of football.”

@bungle023: “Come back and smash it Elliot.”

@LutonTownExile: “100% classy.”

@TherapyThorpe: “Welcome back king.”

@ben17074539: “Good luck, shame you never got a proper chance.”