SOUTHEND United goalkeeper Steve Mildenhall is keen to quit the club.

Echosport understands that the shot-stopper, who has spent the last two seasons with Blues, has submitted a written transfer request.

And he wants to be playing elsewhere next season.

“Steve is away on holiday at the moment but he has definitely asked to leave,” confirmed a source close to the club.

“The late payment of wages has played a part in his decision and he is also keen to be playing at a level higher than League Two.”

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