SAM Mantom is close to returning to Southend United on a permanent basis.
The 26-year-old ended last season on loan with the Shrimpers from Scunthorpe United, making seven appearances.
And the midfielder is now set to come back to Blues.
Mantom is expected to undergo a medical in the next 24 hours.
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