Tom Eastman: Colchester United defender set to be out for season

Tom Eastman has scored three goals for Colchester United this season

Colchester United defender Tom Eastman could be out for the rest of the season after damaging ankle ligaments.

The 25-year-old centre-back was injured late on during the League Two draw against Blackpool on 4 February.

He has made 30 appearances for the U's this season, helping them climb to two points off the play-off places.

"He'll be more or less done for the season unless he has a quick recovery, but it doesn't look too hopeful," boss John McGreal told BBC Essex.