Colchester United Academy

Colchester United runs a category 2 academy based in Essex. They have a strong youth development program that aims to nurture young talent.

The Colchester United academy X (Formerly Twitter) handle is @Colu_Academy

A proud 2024/25 season for the Colchester Academy:

1. U18 Professional Development League (PDL) Semi-Finalist

Colchester United Retained List 2025

View the complete list of Colchester United players who have been retained, released, or have returned to their parent clubs following loan spells.

Colchester United Academy News

24th February 2026

Joe Dunne has rejoined Colchester United.

He takes over from Eddie Keen as Lead Coach of the U18s, after spending the past eighteen months in the same role at Gillingham FC.

• 2025-26 Season
• 2024-25 Season