SOUTHEND United midfielder Michael Klass has joined Bromley on an initial short-term loan.

The 20-year-old has made 15 appearances for the Shrimpers.

But he will now be spending time in the National League, much to the delight of Bromley boss Neil Smith.

“It’s good to be able to get Michael on board," Smith told the club's official website.

"He’s someone we watched closely last season and when the opportunity came along to get him on loan, we thought it was a good move to strengthen our squad.”

Klass played the final four minutes in Bromley's 0-0 draw at Chorley on Saturday.