Former Ipswich Town midfielder Teddy Bishop has signed for Colchester United.

The 28-year-old turned down a new deal at Lincoln City to become a free agent this summer.

He links up with Danny and Nicky Cowley at the Weston Homes Community Stadium, dropping into League Two for the first time in his career.

“I would have liked to have been here and settled maybe a couple of weeks ago, but it’s been in the pipeline for a little while," said the Cambridge-born schemer.

"It was a big decision for me, but I think I’ve made the right decision.

“I believe in the project, the managers had put together a really good presentation to me and I like where the club is going. Danny and Nicky have proven promotions from this league, so that was another factor for me.

“The players they’ve signed have all got experience in League One or higher, so I think we’re putting together a good squad.”

The U's finished 22nd in the fourth-tier last season, three points above the drop zone.