Southend United have moved quickly to secure left‑back Kyle McAdam, with manager Kieron Dyer saying the 21‑year‑old could join the squad once Harry Boyes departs. The former Mansfield and Northampton loanee impressed in a substitute appearance against Aveley, prompting the Shrimpers’ boss to act fast.
Kyle McAdam is a 21‑year‑old defender who spent last season on loan at both Mansfield Town and Northampton Town, gaining valuable League One experience. He featured as a substitute for Southend United in the recent match versus Aveley, showing the stamina and link‑up play that Dyer praised. "He's got a terrific engine and he's the perfect replacement for Harry," Dyer noted after the game.
Harry Boyes, the current full‑back, is expected to exit Southend United early next week, according to Dyer. The club anticipates a transfer or release, creating a vacancy at left‑back. "If Harry goes out probably on Monday, we'll hopefully be doing business as soon as Harry goes out," Dyer explained.
Dyer believes McAdam can slot straight into the first‑team line‑up, offering both defensive solidity and attacking support. The manager highlighted McAdam's previous link‑up play with Ryan Colclough, suggesting the youngster could replicate that chemistry at Southend. "Kyle had League One experience last season playing for Mansfield and Northampton and you could see some of his link‑up play with Coco," Dyer said.
Southend United will aim to finalize McAdam's contract before the upcoming fixture against Eastleigh on 2027‑02‑16, where they sit 13th in the National League table. The signing would bolster the squad ahead of a key home game, giving Dyer more options on the left flank. Fans will be watching closely as the transfer window closes, hoping the deal materialises and strengthens the team's push up the table.
Next fixture: vs Eastleigh (at home, 2027-02-16) (13th in the table).
