Southend United can confirm Will Atkinson will join Mansfield Town after his contract expires at the end of June.

The midfielder, who joined from Bradford in 2013, was part of Blues’ 2015 League Two Play-Off Final win at Wembley.

Atkinson played 171 times in all competitions and scored 11 goals.

We would like to thank Will for his efforts in his four years at the club and wish him all the best for the future.