ANTHONY Gerrard has picked up an injury in training and will not line up for Southend United’s under 21 team at MK Dons tonight.

The former Walsall centre-back had been hoping to impress Shrimpers boss Phil Brown in this evening’s encounter.

But Brown will now not seeing Gerrard in action.

“Unfortunately Anthony picked up a problem in training yesterday and he’s been forced out of the game,” confirmed Brown.

“However, Jack Payne will be getting a run out and Ted Smith will be in goal.”