Shrimpers goalkeeper Darryl Flahavan today revealed he had held talks with Blues boss Steve Tilson over his Roots Hall future.

Darryl Flahavan - biding his time

The popular shot-stopper has yet to figure for the Shrimpers this season but revealed he would not be quitting the League Two outfit in pursuit of first team football.

"I've had words with the manager," confirmed the keeper.

"I've asked him some questions but it was a good chat as Tilly and I get on very well.

"I don't want to leave though. I obviously want first team football and I want that at Southend because I like it here - I don't want to go anywhere else.

"There's no time limit on things and I'll just keep displaying a good attitude, try my best in the reserves and work hard in training."

But the former Southampton custodian admitted he had been frustrated by his lack of first team chances with Southend during the current campaign.

"Personally it's been very hard for me and it's been strange sitting on the bench after playing for so long," he said.

"That's football though and I've got to wait patiently."

Published Friday September 3, 2004

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