SOUTHEND United striker Tes Bramble is expected to be passed fit for Saturday's clash with Kidderminster Harriers.

The frustrating forward was forced to be substituted after suffering a back injury at Notts County last weekend. But Blues' assistant manager Paul Brush confirmed Bramble would soon be resuming training.

"Tes fell awkwardly during Saturday's match - that's why he had to come off," revealed Brush.

"He's responded well to treatment though and hopefully be should be back training in the next couple of days."