Colchester United have completed the permanent signing of their former loanee Alex Wynter.

The 21-year-old has joined the U's, who spent time on loan at the Weston Homes Community Stadium at the end of last season from Crystal Palace, made his debut for his new club at Peterborough United on Saturday.

Wynter, who can play at either centre-back or full-back, has recently been playing on loan at League Two side Portsmouth where he made 15 league and cup appearances.

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