His stay was short and was soon back in professional football playing for Southend United, where he made his league debut on 3 May 2003 in a 1--0 defeat at Exeter City.
His stay was short and was soon back in professional football, signing a two year scholarship with Southend United on 16 December 2002 following a five game trial period. Hemade his league debut for the club on 3 May 2003 in a 1--0 defeat at Exeter City.