Back in England, Smith's replacement was Ron Suart, who wanted Matthews to stay out wide, and did not value his contribution in the way that Smith had done.[67] Suart limited Matthews to 19 league appearances in 1958–59.[67] Matthews was then used just 15 times in 1959–60, as Suart signed Arthur Kaye to take his place, and local lad Steve Hill also vied for the outside-right position.[67] He enjoyed more games in 1960–61, playing 27 league games as the club narrowly avoiding relegation by the odd point.