Crewe Alexandra's on-loan defender Alfie Pond has expressed his eagerness to return to the club next season if the opportunity arises. The 22-year-old joined Crewe from Premier League side Wolverhampton Wanderers during the January transfer window and has made a significant impact, starting 16 of his 18 appearances in League Two. This experience has provided Pond with the most regular football he has had in his career, boosting his confidence and self-belief. Pond stated, "I've really enjoyed it. I just think it was all about coming in playing as many games as I could and putting myself on the map."

Pond began his career at Exeter City before moving to Wolves in September 2022. After gaining experience in the Wolves youth setup, he made his Premier League debut against Fulham in November 2024. Prior to his loan at Crewe, Pond had a brief loan spell with Stockport but spent most of his time playing at under-21 level. He noted that playing regularly in a senior environment has been crucial for his development.

With Crewe's manager Lee Bell likely to rely on the loan market again for the upcoming season, a return for Pond seems plausible. Pond has indicated that he would be open to the idea, saying, "I haven't really spoke about yet, so I'm not sure what the plan is but I'd love to come back if that opportunity comes up." His desire to return reflects his positive experience at Crewe and the potential for continued growth in his career.

As the season progresses, fans will be eager to see if Pond's wish to return to the Mornflake Stadium can be fulfilled, further solidifying his role within the team and contributing to Crewe's ambitions in League Two.