Louis Dunne joined Chelmsford in late April 2021, signing a 1 year contract.

The 22-year-old midfielder began his career with current Sky Bet League Two side Colchester United.

Having joined Colchester’s academy at the age of eight, Louis made his debut for the U’s during the 2015/16 season.

During a 3-3 draw with Wigan Athletic in March 2016, the midfielder was introduced as a second-half substitute and during the following month, he was awarded a starting spot against Burton Albion.

Whilst those were Louis’ only two league appearances for United, the following season he featured in all three cup competitions that Colchester were competing in.

At the beginning of the following season, Dunne made a handful of appearances for Vanarama National League South side Concord Rangers during a one-month loan.

Another loan would follow in January 2020, with the son of former Colchester player and manager Joe Dunne joining Southern League Premier Division South outfit Farnborough.

In the summer of 2020, Louis left the U’s and returned to Farnborough for the 2020/21 campaign.