SOUTHEND United have missed out on signing goalkeeper Stuart Nelson from Gillingham.
Blues had been hopeful of bringing the 34-year-old shot-stopper to Roots Hall.
But Nelson has now opted to sign a two year deal with the Gills, much to the disappointment of Shrimpers boss Phil Brown.
“Of course it’s a disappointment because Stuart is a very good goalkeeper who we thought we were very close to signing at one stage,” said Brown.
“During our talks he agreed to wanting a new challenge and we thought we had got the deal done.
“But he’s decided to stay with Gillingham now so we will be looking elsewhere for a new goalkeeper.”
Brown has held talks with the agents of two shot-stoppers and has also approached a club in pursuit of another goalkeeper.
“We have a few different goalkeepers on our radar,” confirmed Brown.
“We’re speaking to a few agents and targets but it’s just about making sure we get the timing right.”
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