We need cover while people are injured, I don't see that as pointless at all, if he impresses enough in training or is called upon in a game and impresses then we extend the loan.
I'd rather see what he can do before deciding. For many seasons recruitment has been one of our biggest problems, leading to ridiculously bloated and unbalanced squads. We seem to be doing pretty well in that department this season, so welcome Joel Bagan.