COSU (Custodians of Southend United) bought the club from long-time owner Ron Martin following years of financial problems. "I've been impressed by all the work COSU and the team have already done ...

The developer has been contacted for comment, along with Southend United. The Custodians of Southend United (COSU) - the consortium that planned to take over the football club - declined to comment.

Following several statements from Southend‐on‐Sea City Council regarding due diligence of the Fossetts Farm housing proposal, COSU wants to provide an update on the implications for Southend ...