SCOTT Malone has extended his loan spell with Southend United until the end of the season.
The 18-year-old left-back has made eight appearances for the Shrimpers so far since signing from Wolverhampton Wanderers in November.
And he will now be staying at Roots Hall until May.
More to follow.
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