GRAHAM Coughlan is close to extending his spell at Southend United, according to Shrimpers boss Phil Brown.

Coughlan, who has been with Blues since 2010, is currently first team coach at Roots Hall.

And Brown revealed the Irishman looks set to remain in his backroom team.

“I met with Graham on Wednesday night and the talks went well,” said the Blues chief.

“Hopefully there will be something to announce very soon.”