Olu Shobowale is a third-year centre-back.

Danny Heath: "Olu is a fully committed player that demonstrates intensity and controlled aggression to win his 1v1 defending duels both on the floor and aerially by being strong with his tackles and interceptions and his heading ability. In possession Olu shows good quality with his forward passes and running with the ball into forward areas of the pitch to build and begin team attacks from the defensive third of the pitch. On the pitch Olu is also an excellent communicator to organize his teammates and units to ensure that the team is organized on the pitch in both attacking and defending situations. "

Olu: "I was at Barnet FC for two years before coming to Southend United. I'm so grateful for the chance to play for such a prestigious and big club, and I am excited for the season with the team and hopefully pushing into the first team and getting a professional contract."