Charlie Tasker missed the end of the season after picking up a thigh injury.
He was ruled out of the under-21s’ push for Premier League 2 success in the play-offs.
But he remained close to the squad, including on the night of the final against Manchester United at the Amex.
And he was among the four under-21s modelling the 125th anniversary shirt at awards night.
Now the attack-minded full-back from Mile Oak has been set a summer challenge by Shannon Ruth, his under-21s head coach.
Ruth told The Argus: “He picked up a little injury. The task now for Charlie is to get himself fit over the summer.
“He will be fit by pre-season, which is really good for him.
“We are hopeful of a loan opportunity for him in the summer.
Tasker had been expected to go on loan in the January window but ended up staying on board.
The 20-year-old, who made two senior Carabao Cup appearances last season, had his last outing on April 3 as the 21s drew 0-0 with Aston Villa.
