SOUTHEND United midfielder Will Atkinson has signed a new two year contract to stay with the Shrimpers.

As was revealed in Echosport earlier this week, the 26-year-old has agreed to remain at Roots Hall until the summer of 2017.

And Atkinson is delighted to have committed his future to the club.

“It was an easy decision to stay,” said Atkinson.

“I was pleased with last season from a personal point of view and with the team winning promotion; it turned out to be a great campaign for us all.

“I've played a lot of football for Southend since I joined the club and I really can't wait to play in League One next season.”

Atkinson joined the Shrimpers in the summer of 2013 and has made 93 appearances for the club.