Coyne seals U's switch

U's bag defender from cash-strapped Luton

By James Pearson   Last updated: 10th January 2008   Subscribe to RSS Feed

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Colchester United have completed the capture of Luton Town captain Chris Coyne.

The U's are believed to have paid around £350,000, a club record fee, for the Australian defender.

Luton, who are currently in administration, were forced to sell the 29-year-old due to mounting debts.

Coyne, formerly of West Ham and Dundee, is expected to go straight into the Colchester squad to face high-flying Bristol City this weekend.

"It's great news for the club," explained manager Geraint Williams to the East Anglia Daily Times.

"Chris is a defender with experience and leadership qualities."