SOUTHEND United are still in transfer talks with trialist striker Chris Wreh.

The former Banbury United forward has scored twice in three pre-season friendlies for Blues.

And, despite Wreh not featuring for the Shrimpers against Gillingham on Saturday, boss Kevin Maher has not ruled out the striker signing on a permanent basis.

“Something may happen with Chris Wreh but he wasn’t available to play for us today,” said Maher.

“The start of next week might be possible and we’ll have a look at that.”

However, trialist striker Ibby Akanbi and winger Maxime Addo will not be offered deals by Blues.

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