NEIL Harris believes playing for Southend United will match anything else he has ever experienced in his illustrious career.

The experienced striker, who has joined Blues from Millwall on a three-year deal, has previously played in the FA Cup final, won the play-offs at Wembley and become the Lions’ record goalscorer.

But he is adamant lining up for his home town club will be just as special.

“Signing for Southend is a boyhood dream coming true for me,” said Harris, 33.

“When I was around nine years old my dad took me to watch the team for the first time and I’ve been coming ever since.

“Even from right back then I had a dream and a vision of one day playing for Southend and it was music to my ears when I found out they wanted to sign me,” the striker added. “I’m delighted it’s finally happened and there really isn’t another club who I would’ve left Millwall to join, so I can’t wait to get started.

“It’s going to be fantastic and will be right up there with the very best moments of my career.”

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