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• Nickname:Shrimpers
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• Manager:Paul Sturrock

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Shrimpers seal Laurent deal

29 Aug 2008 - 11:23:35

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French striker Francis Laurent is confident he can enjoy a successful spell in England after completing his free transfer move to Southend United.

The 22-year-old has signed an initial one-year contract with the Shrimpers after impressing in a behind-closed-doors match against Fulham on Tuesday.

"English football was always my favourite when I was growing up so I'm looking forward to showing the fans what I can do," Laurent told United's official website.

"I haven't had a proper pre-season with a squad but I've done a lot of running back home in France to keep fit so I don't believe that will prove too much of a problem.

"The language will be a barrier to start with but I'm going to learn as quickly as possible."