One good thing to come out of Ramsgate

The economist and Aston Villa supporter John Maynard Keynes insisted that nothing good ever came out of Ramsgate. Everything there was second or third rate.

However, there is one first rate thing that comes out of Ramsgate and that is Charlton fanzine Voice of the Valley. The murky seas and chalky cliffs that made such an indelible impression on Keynes do not seem to have deterred editor Rick Everitt and the first issue of the new season will be on sale around The Valley on Saturday.

Following the 6-1 demolition of Ipswich in the final pre-season friendly, the fanzine asks if things are finally looking up for the Addicks on the pitch, with Kyle Andrews taking an in-depth look at the transfer window. There's a special focus on player of the year Ricky Holmes, while Rick Everitt has been to see what's been going on at Sparrows Lane over the summer. The usual crew of vinegar pissers has been rounded up to contribute articles. In my case, the Rickster tracked me down in the Orkney Islands to provide copy.

This issue will come with a free sachet of vinegar to enhance the reading experience. If you can't or won't come to The Valley, it is possible to take out a postal subscription. The fanzine will be delivered in a plain wrapper for you to enjoy in the comfort and privacy of your own home. More details at Voice of the Valley

Robinson has injury worries

Karl Robinson has a couple of injury worries ahead of Saturday's opening game against Bristol Rovers, but he won't say who they are: Injury doubts

The manager says that he knows seven of the players who will start the game.

Robinson has denied that Josh Magennis has turned down a contract extension: Comfortable conversation

Unfortunately, the deal to bring Neymar to Charlton fell through, the player deciding he preferred Paris to London.

Robinson happy to wait for Reeves

Karl Robinson is happy to wait for Ben Reeves to decide whether he wants to come to Charlton. Championship clubs are still chasing the midfielder: Why the deal is taking so long

Which will be the longer wait? Reeves or a 161 bus?

One thing you can say about Karl Robinson is that he finds the time to keep the press up to date with what is going on.

According to a CAFC Facts and Stats tweet, Reeves is joining today (Thursday). Mavididi is going elsewhere and Watt is leaving sooner rather than later.

Apparently there has been Championship interest in both Watt and Harry Lennon. Karl Robinson has hinted that Watt may go, but Lennon is going to stay and get himself fit: Duo attract interest

Reeves spent the night in Greenwich and has emerged unscathed. Karl Robinson reckons he will be a star player and will get fans off their seats: Set to sign

The long awaited signing was finally completed on Thursday evening with a two year contract: Done deal

Fans proved wrong

Katrien Meire and Roland Duchatelet have proved Charlton fans wrong over the summer, claims this blog post: Fans get it wrong

It's 'Bravo!' for Katrien Meire according to this article, the key being the recruitment policies. Of course, a lot of that is down to Karl Robinson, but at least Meire and Duchatelet gave him a free hand.

The proof of the pudding will be in the eating. But I am certainly am prepared to get behind the team and hope they exceed my expectations. The starting eleven looks competitive for this division, but I still have some concerns about a lack of strength in depth.

According to one online poll, Charlton fans are pretty divided between those who think we will finish in the promotion or play off places, and those who predict an upper mid table finish.

Robinson doesn't fear the axe

Charlton manager Karl Robinson does not fear Roland Duchatelet's propensity to use the axe on his manager. Indeed, he is closing in on Guy Luzon's ten month record as a Charlton manager under the current regime: Unfazed supremo

Robinson said that the transfers had been done differently and more economically this summer. He also discussed Chris Powell's time as manager.

Robinson hopes to get Stephy Mavididi back from Arsenal on loan. His spell at Charlton was cut short by a serious hamstring injury: Arsenal striker

Robinson wants to get Charlton back where they belong

Karl Robinson has said that he wants to get Charlton back where they belong, saying there was an honesty to the club in the successful period under Alan Curbishley: Summer of change

Robinson said that he had only spoken to Roland Duchatelet once or twice over the summer and had been given a free hand.

There is no doubt that Robinson has been working hard to turn things round and his heart is in the right place. But it's a results business.

Former Charlton interim manager Kevin Nugent has joined Millwall in charge of first team development.

Phillips to be sent out on loan

Dillon Phillips is to be sent out on loan. Karl Robinson admits he does know anything about goalkeeping, but reckons Phillips will be No.1 at The Valley in the future: Highly rated

The club is intending to sign a No.2 keeper to back up 'monster' Ben Amos, but it looks as if no one with a MK Dons pedigree will be available.