Ryan Inniss links up with fellow former Colchester duo at National League side

FORMER Colchester United defender Ryan Inniss has signed for National League new boys Hornchurch. The 31-year-old centre-back, who was on loan at the U’s in the 2017-18 campaign, has linked up with the Urchins following his release by Forest Green Rovers, at the end of last season. Inniss joins fellow former Colchester centre-backs Jack Baldwin and Tom Dallison in signing for Hornchurch, this summer. Hornchurch manager Daryl McMahon said: “We are over the moon to get Ryan on board. We’ve met Ryan at the end of the season and have been working hard to get him in. “We’ve managed to convince him that this project is one that he can buy into with the plan we have long term for the football club. “We’re over the moon that he’s decided to join us. He’s had offers from other places, but we’ve managed to convince him to join us. “He comes with a wealth of experience at higher levels as well as this level. “I’m sure he will fit right into the group and give us quality in terms defending, but also a fantastic leader on and off the pitch as well. We’re to welcome to Ryan to club. “Good luck Ryan.” Inniss made 19 league and cup appearances for Colchester under John McGreal while on loan from Crystal Palace. He went on to play for the likes of Charlton Athletic and Dundee before joining Forest Green in the summer of 2023. Inniss spent three seasons at the New Lawn, making more than 100 appearances for the Gloucestershire club.