CHRIS Wreh is to leave Southend United, Echosport understands.

The 26-year-old scored four goals in 29 games for the Shrimpers last season after impressing while on trial during the warm up fixtures.

But Blues were unable to trigger an extra year in the forward’s contract due to their transfer embargo and he now looks set to join Hartlepool United.

Echosport also understands another attack minded player currently with the Shrimpers is also keen to leave.