SOUTHEND United manager Kevin Bond will start contract talks with defender John White next week.
The centre-back's current deal runs out next month.
But Bond is keen to keep the 32-year-old at Roots Hall.
“We would like John to stay," said Bond.
"We are currently in talks about extending his time at Southend and we have a meeting with his agent arranged for next week.
“He is a great guy and an exemplary professional.
"He is consistent and his body belies his age.”
White, who skippered Blues in their play-off final win against Wycombe Wanderers at Wembley in 2015, has made 223 appearances for the club.
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