Barnsley FC re-sign loan full-back Kilian Ludewig

Kilian Ludewig, who has rejoined Barnsley for a second loan spell. Picture: Jonathan Gawthorpe.

BARNSLEY have completed their first piece of incoming transfer business ahead of the 2020-21 campaign - bringing back talented young full-back Kilian Ludewig to the club on a season-long loan.

The 20-year-old former German youth international impressed at Oakwell in the second half of last season and played in an important role in the club's thrilling 'Great Escape' mission which saw them stave off relegation in a dramatic finale to the Championship campaign.

Ludewig featured 18 times after joining from Austrian Bundesliga champions Red Bull Salzburg in January and impressed with a series of energetic displays down the right.

On Ludewig's return, Barnsley chief executive officer Dane Murphy said: "It is superb business for the club, to have such a highly-regarded young talent with us again.

"Kilian was outstanding in his adaptation last season. He was here on loan, but you wouldn't have noticed, such was his attitude in and around Oakwell.

"He really enjoyed being with us, and it was a no-brainer for the Club once we had the opportunity to bring him back.

"We look forward to him continuing his time as a Red, and want to thank everyone at RB Salzburg for trusting us with his development."

Barnsley are currently on a pre-summer training camp at St George's Park, with Gerhard Struber having returned to the club following his summer break.

The club have already agreed contract extensions for several young players, including keeper Jack Walton and midfielders Romal Palmer and Matty Wolfe.