JOHN White has completed a switch to Southend United.

The 26-year-old right-back has signed a two year deal at Roots Hall.

And Blues boss Phil Brown is thrilled to have made the defender his first signing of the summer.

“John is a really solid defender who can play anywhere across the back four, but predominantly as a right-back,” said Brown.

“He’s exactly the type of player we’re looking for here at the club for the new season."

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