Colchester United boss Ben Garner is delighted with their swoop for Joe Taylor.

The Luton striker has joined the U's on-loan for the season.

Garner told the club's website: “We're really excited to sign Joe.

“It's a transfer we've been really patient with, as he's a player that was identified here when I first came in.

"I first spoke with Rob Edwards at Luton in April and that's been a continual communication and into pre-season.

"We're absolutely delighted Joe is here as I really like his character, most importantly, we really like his ability and what he's going to bring to us.

"I think he gives us a nice balance in the forward area and I'm looking forward to seeing him get going.

“He's a young, dynamic, quick forward and we think he's going to be a really good addition for us.

"I want to thank Luton Town for their help with that, because it's been ongoing since the end of last season.

"We're really pleased that we've managed to get it over the line.

“We've got three really good what we would class as senior forwards, but Joe gives us something different.

"He's an on-the-shoulder player, he's very quick, he's very powerful and he's a finisher.

"We think he'll really complement the group and we're really happy with the front end of the team."