Southend United left back Ben Coker has been nominated for the Sky Bet League Two Player of the Month Award for January.

An influence at the back and going forward, Ben has returned from a long injury lay-off and has slotted back into his left back spot as if he hasn't been away.

During January, Coker produced all three assists for Blues in their 3-2 victory at Oxford United.

The defender will be up against Tranmere Rovers loan striker Rory Donnelly, Luton Town's Andy Drury and Wycombe Wanderers' goalkeeper Matt Ingram.

The winner will be announced on the morning of Friday 6th February.