SOUTHEND United manager Mark Molesley believes Anton Robinson is a huge addition to his backroom team.

Robinson is now head of recruitment at Roots Hall.

And Molesley is certain he will make a big difference.

“It’s absolute vital and it was a big part to my presentation to the chairman as Anton brings a wealth of experience in what he’s been doing,” said Molesley.

“He’s another one who is really hard working and most importantly he knows his players and the market.

“He’s very resourceful in the way that he works and we’re delighted to have added him to our team.

“I’m sure we will see the fruits of that in the short term and also the long term.

“We have a clear strategy on how we want to recruit and what sort of characters we want.”

Robinson had been part of Bournemouth’s recruitment team before joining Blues.