Southend United boss Kieron Dyer provides update on Harry Taylor

Important - Shrimpers defender Harry Taylor is available again <i>(Image: Lucy Copsey)</i>
Important - Shrimpers defender Harry Taylor is available again (Image: Lucy Copsey)
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SOUTHEND United boss Kieron Dyer says Harry Taylor still has an important part to play for the Shrimpers this season.

The defender was left out of the squad for Saturday’s 3-1 win at Solihull Moors.

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But Dyer hinted Taylor would soon be called upon after working his way back from an injury-hit pre-season campaign.

“He’s probably had the best two weeks since we’ve been at the football club,” said Dyer.

“He’s been playing catch-up and he’s up to speed.

“He shows real quality and we know he’s got a very important part to play, maybe in the next two or three games.”

Dyer has selected Taylor as Blues’ vice-captain this season but the centre-back has played for a total of just six minutes in the opening three games of the campaign.

The 29-year-old could be back in the squad tonight with attacking midfielder Rico Richards the only confirmed absentee with a hamstring injury.

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