Micky Stockwell will say a final farewell to Colchester United fans in ten days time.

The 38-year-old, who will retire from playing at the end of the season, is set to play in the U's last game against QPR on Saturday week.

Stockwell wants to become a full-time coach but is unlikely to be offered a coaching post by the club.

Final farewell - Micky Stockwell (right) was caretaker-manager Geraint Williams' coach but there is no role for him with the U's after announcing his retirement from League football Picture: STEVE BAINBRIDGE

U's boss Phil Parkinson told the Evening Gazette: "At the moment there are no spaces on the coaching staff and it would be unrealistic for a club of our size to create a new role.

"But if anything was to change I would love to involve Micky."

Stockwell, who is out of contract at the end of the season, said: "I knew that was the case and I understand the situation at the club.

"But I would love to get into coaching and I'll be actively looking to find something as soon as I can."

Published Thursday, April 24, 2003

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