Louis Bragg is a first year who can play at full-back or central midfield.

Danny Heath: “Louis has been at the club since he was an under-7 and we are all very happy that Louis has wanted to stay with the club. Louis has very good technical ability and shows excellent tactical game understanding to play in a variety of positions. Louis is also a good organiser and communicator on the pitch."

Louis Bragg: “From being born in Southend to playing in the FA  Youth Cup at Roots Hall, the club is something I’ve grown up with my whole life. From receiving my scholarship in the under-14s to making my under-18s debut when I was at under-15s level, I’ve been constantly pushed at this club surrounded by quality players and it has helped me grow both on and off the pitch.”