Matt Heath has today joined the U’s League One rivals Brighton and Hove Albion on loan.
The tall centre back will spend a month at the Withdean Stadium after failing to become a regular starter under Paul Lambert.
The Seagulls are suffering from a bit of an injury crisis at present, so Heath will be looking to fill in. They are currently without a permanent manger after ex-U’s assistant manager Micky Adams was sacked.
The deal is subject to paperwork clearance from the Football League.
Vital Colchester would like to wish Matt the best of luck in his time with Brighton.