Jones praises trialist

Nathaniel Chalobah, a free agent after leaving Sheffield Wednesday, started for the Addicks in the 2-0 win at Colchester and played a holding midfield role. The former Chelsea player, 31, has also had permanent moves to Fulham, Watford and West Bromwich Albion.

“He was excellent,” Jones told Richard Cawley's website. “He did pretty much everything I knew he could. He has had a fantastic career. He is a wonderful footballer.

“What we need to do is improve the technicians we have. We want to evolve, have more possession and have more of a cutting edge. To do that we need players that can play that way - and Nate is one of those.”

“Ability-wise there is no question. I’ve known him since he was 16 or 17. It is where he is in terms of his physicality - can he do what we want him to do? If he can do that then technically he is comfortable.

“We are actively looking (for more signings). We’ve still got two more to do."

However, the Massives have left the door ajar for him and may take him back: https://www.thestar.co.uk/sport/football/sheffield-wednesday/nathaniel-chalobah-sheffield-wednesday-8826992

Career history here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nathaniel_Chalobah

Richard Cawley notes that Owls fans say he is quality, but availability is the issue.  The Sparrows Lane treatment table awaits.

Bolton Wanderers have obtained additional investment from an American pardoned by Donald Trump.

A spanner in the works

Kevin Lisbie's son has gone to Millwall: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cr59de9g2r0o

I thought that he might have been a good acquisition for Charlton, but I doubt whether we could match Millwall's offer or wages.

Charlton wing it

Richard Cawley reports that Charlton have completed a permanent move for Millenic Alli. No fee disclosed but been unverified claims that it is around £1.5million.

The word on from him other clubs seems to be that he is a bit of a maverick, but needs must.

Cawley notes that the Addickshave now got three players - Tyreece Campbell, Karlan Grant and Millenic Alli - who all played down the left at Championship level next season. Obviously doubts about the future of TC, whose deal expires at the end of this season.

Nathan Jones has dabbled with him playing as a CF, now has the attacking players to more easily do that. Grant and Alli both right-footed but have tended to play the inverted winger role.

Alli is 26 and has had his first call up for the Republic of Ireland: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Millenic_Alli

Dixon leaves

Kaheim Dixon has joined a Serbian super league club Novi Pazar.   Recruited from Jamaica, he made a limited impact at Charlton and I hope that the move works out for him.

Unconfirmed reports are saying that Charlton are to make an improved offer for Lyndon Dykes, but I would question whether we can outbid Bristol City.   And should we?

The rumour mill is linking Charlton with winger Jordan Holsgrove.   He has forsaken the kilt for the last three years to play for Estoril in Portugal.

However, a number of other Championship clubs are said to be interested, plus Werder Bremen.

Kevin Keegan and the Addicks

VOTV editor Rick Everitt reflects on the links between Kevin Keegan's career and Charlton, including an attempt to sign him: https://www.votvonline.com/home/the-2025-26-blogs/23-7-keegan-and-the-addicks-a-tale-of-the-very-unexpected/

Charlton enter Kamara race

Charlton have entered the race for the signature of Hull winger Abu Kamara much to the annoyance of Portsmouth where he was formerly a loan player: https://www.portsmouth.co.uk/sport/football/portsmouth-fc/portsmouth-fc-news-transfer-latest-abu-kamara-hull-charlton-rich-hughes-john-mousinho-8817172

The Lambeth born 23 year old came up through the Norwich City academy but for the past season was on loan with Getafe in La Liga: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abu_Kamara_(footballer,_born_2003)

Another prodigal returns

Defender Danny McNamara has signed a one year contract with Charlton, having been let go by Millwall. Richard Cawley has revealed that he was with Charlton until the age of 14.

He plays golf with Matty Godden who recommended the Addicks to him.

Career details for the 27 year old who would like to reboot his international involvement with the Republic of Ireland: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Danny_McNamara_(footballer)

The rumour mill has been suggesting that Alex Mitchell is in Plymouth today and it is not just for a cream tea.  He had a season long loan with them last season and was well thought of by fans.

Mitchell has now signed foe Argyle, preferring them to Wycombe Wanderers.