Murphy joins Blues on loan from Norwich

Southend United have signed  Jacob Murphy on loan from Premier League side Norwich City.

Murphy is the second striker to join Southend from Norwich over  the past seven days, and is expected to line-up against Torquay on Saturday.

Jacob MurphyThe England under-19 international has signed on loan for Blues until the end of the season, with an option to extend should be reach the play-offs.

The winger was part of Norwich's youth side that won last season's FA Youth Cup, and scored in the final against Chelsea.

He has made seven appearances for Swindon earlier this season, but has since returned to the Canaries.

Manager Phil Brown said: “I’m delighted we’ve been able to bring in Jacob. He is highly rated by Norwich City and has got that pace we can utilise between now and the end of the season.

“After seeing the impression Jamar made on Monday night, we’re hopeful Jacob can do exactly the same. It will help both of the players being here together, having played with each other for so long.

“We’ve got seven games left this season, and I’m confident Jacob will make a big impression between now and the end of the season.”