New keeper on his way

Richard Cawley of the SLP is reporting that Charlton are to sign Preston North End keeper Chris Maxwell on loan: Loan signing

This news will not go down well with Dillon Phillips and his many fans, but Cawley's report appears to imply that Maxwell will not necessarily be first choice, but will offer realistic competition between the sticks.

Richard Cawley of the SLP has tweeted, 'Word on the street about Maxwell is that his distribution is excellent. Comes with a very decent Championship reputation.'

See great Chris Maxwell saves here: You Tube

Charlton in contest with Gasheads for keeper

Charlton are reported to be in a contest with Bristol Rovers for the signature of Preston North End keeper Chris Maxwell: Transfer battle

Maxwell has 18 months to run on his contract at Deepdale, but has lost his place to Declan Rudd.

Local media have just announced that he is set to go out on loan today, but they don't say to whom.

The 28-year old began his career at Wrexham and joined Preston in 2016: Career details