Friday 26 July 2024

Isted out, Asmir Begovic in?

Goalkeeper Harry Isted is joining Burton Albion in a permanent deal.   Thanks for all you tried to do.

It looks increasingly likely that Asmir Begovic will replace him on a free from QPR.  The 37-year old Bosnian doesn't lack experience. 

Career details: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asmir_Begovi%C4%87

Velley needs more TLC says Methven

Charlie Methven talks in depth about one year of the new ownership at Charlton, although he says they really only got under way in January.   Nearly half a million pounds has been spent on upgrading The Valley and Sparrows Lane pitches, but the stadium needs more capital expenditure to bring it up to speed: https://londonnewsonline.co.uk/sport/gfp-mark-one-year-as-charlton-athletic-ownership-group-charlie-methven-on-implementing-changes-player-wage-budget-and-transfer-business/

Uptick in season ticket sales

Chief excutive Charlie Methven reports that Charltno have sold 7,500 season tickets compared with 6,700 this time last season and notes a mood of 'cautious optimism' among fans: https://londonnewsonline.co.uk/sport/charlton-chief-executive-charlie-methven-outlines-expected-season-ticket-sales-and-fans-cautious-optimism-for-next-league-one-campaign/

Thursday 25 July 2024

Addicks swoop for Jamaican international

Charlton are hoping to sign 19-year old Jamaican international Kaheim Dixon.    The winger currently plays in the Jamaican Premier League and there is considerable international interest in him: https://londonnewsonline.co.uk/sport/exclusive-charlton-athletic-set-to-land-exciting-jamaican-international-winger-prospect/

Saturday 6 July 2024

Jones interested in trialists

Nathan Jones is taking a close look at two trialists who took part in the 6-1 win at Dartford: https://londonnewsonline.co.uk/sport/nathan-jones-labels-charlton-athletic-trialist-best-player-hes-ever-signed-during-his-career/

Jones assessed the signings so far after the win: https://londonnewsonline.co.uk/sport/nathan-jones-assesses-charltons-summer-business-so-far-after-thumping-pre-season-win-at-dartford/

Fitness issues kept Chuks Aneke away from Princes Park, but he will join the squad going to Slovenia: https://londonnewsonline.co.uk/sport/charlton-boss-reveals-reason-for-chuks-anekes-absence-at-dartford/

Congratulations to Ezri Konsa on his performance against Switzerland.   The Athletic notes that his coachability has always been his driving trait and that dates back to his development in the Charlton Academy.

Steve Brown backs Godden

Steve Brown discusses the departure of Alfie May and gives a positive report on Matty Godden based on his knowledge of the player: https://londonnewsonline.co.uk/sport/steve-brown-exclusive-verdict-on-charlton-athletic-selling-alfie-may-and-supplies-insight-on-new-boy-matty-godden/

Greg Docherty is a good signing: https://www.hulldailymail.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/charlton-athletic-boss-hails-impressive-9392515