MARCUS Dackers is back on loan at Southend United for the remainder of the season.

The 21-year-old scored three goals in six games while with the Shrimpers last term.

And the striker is pleased to have returned to Roots Hall for a second spell from Salford City.

"I'm delighted to be here," said Dackers.

"My first time here was short but sweet and I really enjoyed it.

“I’ve kept up to date with the team and seen the progress that’s been made.

"There have been lots of chances created so I feel like with the quality in the team, and adding myself to that, I can make something really good happen here.”