Colchester United have signed West Ham United striker Elliot Lee on loan, until the end of the season.The 21-year-old returns for his second stint at the Weston Homes Stadium, having previously played four games under Joe Dunne in 2013 - scoring against Rotherham.
The Durham-born forward has also played on loan at Southend United, Luton Town and Blackpool.
Elliot is the son of former England midfielder Rob Lee.
Elliot Lee has been named on the bench for Colchester's League One fixture with Fleetwood tonight (Tue, 7.45pm).