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I cannot access the full content of that specific article from Football Insider 247 based on the search results provided. The search result [4] only includes the headline and a brief introductory sentence. However, based on the comprehensive information from the other search results about this situation, here is what we know: **Owen Goodman's Move to Barnsley** **Background** Owen Goodman, a 22-year-old goalkeeper from Crystal Palace, recently had his loan spell at Huddersfield Town terminated by mutual agreement[2]. The talented shot-stopper had an exceptional 2024/25 season with AFC Wimbledon in League Two, appearing in 46 games with 21 clean sheets[1]. **The Loan Situation at Huddersfield** Goodman arrived at Huddersfield as a season-long loan in the summer and initially impressed, keeping four clean sheets in his first five appearances[2]. However, after a red card incident away to Barnsley and subsequent errors in judgment, he lost his starting position to veteran Lee Nicholls[2]. Despite a brief recall to the starting lineup in November, further mistakes led to him being benched, with his last appearance coming on November 29th[2]. **Why Barnsley Want Him** Barnsley, currently in League One, have struggled defensively with only two clean sheets all season[1]. The club identified Goodman as a solution to strengthen their goalkeeping department following their defensive vulnerabilities[1]. Manager Lee Grant acknowledged Goodman's talent and potential, noting he was "unlikely to feature as regularly" at Huddersfield in the second half of the season[2]. **Current Status** Goodman is undergoing a medical with Barnsley for a loan move back to League One[4], where he previously made an impact during his time at AFC Wimbledon[1].