BLUES boss Phil Brown remains in contract talks with both midfielder Gary Deegan and centre-back Adam Thompson.

The duo both helped the Shrimpers win promotion from League Two last season.

But they have yet to commit their future to the club.

“Gary Deegan was at the Wakering game on Wednesday and he feels part of the success story we had last season so I’m pushing for him to get a contract,” confirmed Brown.

“Hopefully it’s close to being done and where Tommo is concerned I’ve left it with (chief executive) Steve Kavanagh to deal with now.

“It’s all to do with finances.”