Southend United Chairman Justin Rees on Club's Ambitions and Future
Southend United chairman Justin Rees has shared his thoughts on the club's ambitions and future, including plans for promotion back to the Football League and regeneration of Roots Hall. The club's chairman has emphasized the importance of creating a stable and sustainable football club that is financially sound.
What happened?
In an interview with The Echo, Justin Rees discussed the club's 120-year history and the progress made since the takeover in July 2024. He highlighted the club's ambitions to establish Southend United as a stable EFL club, regenerate Roots Hall, create more year-round revenue, and make the club more financially sustainable.
Why it matters for Southend
The club's chairman has emphasized the importance of creating a stable and sustainable football club that is financially sound. He has also highlighted the need for the club to work together as a team, with every department striving for standards befitting clubs much higher up the pyramid.
What comes next?
Justin Rees has emphasized the importance of promotion back to the Football League, which remains the club's clear sporting ambition. He has also highlighted the need for the club to continue to grow and develop, with a focus on creating a strong connection between the club and its community.
Southend United's recent form has been inconsistent, with a record of 1W-2D-2L (LDDLW) in their last 5 matches. The club's next fixture is against Scunthorpe at home on August 15, 2026. Last result: Southend 1-2 Cambridge United (2026-07-14).
