But despite a deal being agreed between the two clubs, Baldwin has now opted to remain in Essex.
"We had agreed a fee with Colchester and agreed a package with the player as well, but at the last minute he decided he wanted to stay and fight for a place there," Trollope told the Bristol Evening Post.
"We would have liked Pat in the building but he has decided otherwise at the moment, which is his prerogative."
Source: Team Talk
Source: Team Talk