Source: FOOTYMAD
Simon Francis set to leave Shrimpers Brighton?
Southend United have announced they have accepted an offer for right back and player-of-the-year Simon Francis. Simon Francis: Believes his talent is worthy of a higher stageIt had to happen eventually, and better sooner than later I suppose, but for the third season running the player-of-the-year curse has struck and it looks as if right back Simon Francis is on his way.No club stated, S24 had heard strong rumours that Brighton were very interested, but wouldn't be surprised to hear that Southampton want to pick up another Shrimper on the cheap!Anyway, www.southendunited.co.uk said: "
