On loan defender Danny Karbassiyoon has returned to Arsenal with Town boss Joe Royle passing on his thanks and best wishes to the youngster.

The American U19 international arrived at Portman Road in December on a month's loan and that was extended to three months in the new year.

Karbassiyoon moved in front of Matt Richards as first choice left-back for a brief spell but David Unsworth's arrival on loan from Portsmouth saw him return to the bench and he has not featured in first-team action over the past month.

Karbassiyoon - back to Arsenal

"Danny has gone back to Arsenal with our thanks and best wishes," Joe told the Club website.

"He's a lovely lad who settled in here very easily and has made some friends for life but he has not played much first-team football lately and that is what he needs.

"He is learning a new position as well but in time he will be a terrific footballer."

Karbassiyoon, 20, made six appearances in all for Town.