Southend sign defender Luke O'Neill

Image: Luke O'Neill (left) in action for former club Burnley

Southend have signed defender Luke O'Neill following his release by Burnley.

The Sky Bet Championship Clarets announced O'Neill's departure on Tuesday, saying in a short statement that his deal had been cancelled by mutual consent.

The Shrimpers then announced the 24-year-old's arrival at Roots Hall on a two-year deal.

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The former Mansfield player made one league appearance for Burnley in three years and had loan spells at York, Leyton Orient and Scunthorpe.

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