Scanlon returns to Cardiff on season-long loan

Liverpool left-back Calum Scanlon is back for a second spell with Cardiff City.

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What happened. Cardiff City have secured the return of Liverpool defender Calum Scanlon on a season-long loan for the 2026-27 Championship season.

• Scanlon helped Cardiff win promotion from League One last season.
• He made eight appearances in League One during his first loan.
• He signed a new Liverpool contract before the move.

“I'm grateful for the experience I've already had here and I can't wait to make new memories at the club.”

— Calum Scanlon

Scanlon will compete with Joel Bagan for starts as Cardiff begin their league season against Wrexham.

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