Jarvis, who has just turned 40, joined in the summer of 2022 from Lowestoft Town. He has made 116 appearances in that time, netting three goals. His experience on and off the pitch has proved invaluable for the Blues in his time with them.

“I’m enjoying being back in pre-season now and I’m looking forward to playing games and at my age to be involved with this group of good players keeps me motivated to do well," Jarvis said.

“Since joining the club, I have shared the dressing room with some great lads. We’ve had a blend of some really exciting youngsters and many top experienced players.

“Over the four seasons, we were so close in the first season, falling short in the play-offs and from then on we haven’t been too far away at all.”

The former Norwich City and Leyton Orient man has made almost 600 appearances in an impressive career. He scored nine goals for England in the U16s, U17s and U19s, and became Norwich City’s youngest player when he stepped onto the pitch on 19th April 2003 as he came on as a substitute away at Walsall in a 0-0 draw, while he received a winners medal at the end of the 2003/2004 season as Norwich City won the First Division title. He also famously scored against Liverpool in a Premier League clash in 2005.

But its Leiston where he is now plying his trade. And enjoying every minute of it.

“There are some fantastic people at this club who give a lot of time and efforts," Ryan said.

"The group of staff are a pleasure to work with and learn from and I’m thoroughly enjoying the coaching staff side of the game and this is something I am certainly keen to progress with.

“The season before last saw many players leave and some come in. Throughout last season we played some really good football, competing with the best teams when we were on top of our game. We've had the development and success of many younger players, one being Ronnie Blois who has moved on to full-time football which is something we take pride in.”

So, from a personal point of view, how does Ryan see the rest of his footballing career?

“I would like to play more football, but I have a duty also to support the group and development of our younger players which I do enjoy," he added.

“I’ve had a great time off in the summer, I've turned 40 years of age and I want to continue to play at Step 3, something I am looking forward to doing this season."