SOUTHEND United have confirmed their tax bill of close to £2million has now been settled.

The Shrimpers are back in high court on Wednesday due to a winding up peptition issued by HMRC.

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But a club statement has revealed the outstanding money has now been paid.

The statement said: "Ahead of the HMRC hearing on March 1, the club can confirm the monies owed to HMRC, under the petition, have been paid in full.

"Funds as working capital have also been injected to help Southend United over the coming months.

"The club’s objective is to regain its future as a club within the Football League at the earliest opportunity."

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