Town boss Roy Keane says central defender Tom Eastman could be the next academy player to progress into the first team. The Colchester-born 18-year-old is set to be offered his first professional contract this summer.
Former Blue Pablo Couñago is now plying his trade with Kitchee in the Hong Kong First Division League. The 33-year-old has scored six goals in four starts and three sub appearances so far for his new club, who are currently second in the table.
Town are close to confirming a friendly at Chelmsford City on Wednesday 29th July. The clubs have provisionally agreed to play the game at the Blue Square South side s Melbourne Stadium.