One Charlton player has sent a clear message to the club regarding his future since arriving at The Valley last month.
It may feel like a long two weeks without League One action for Charlton Athletic fans, who have been enjoying a rejuvenated Addicks side under Nathan Jones in recent weeks.
However, Charlton fans can look forward to two games in four days as the season returns, with the club hoping to keep distance from the relegation zone.
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Charlton issued a contract communication.
Thierry Small, a Charlton Athletic defender, did not mince words when discussing his football future. The 19-year-old signed a short-term contract with the Addicks at the beginning of February and is due to become a free agency at the end of the season.
Charlton confirmed the deal in February, with the club holding the option to extend it for another year if Small performs well at the Valley. Speaking with London News Online regarding his future, Small admitted that he
He hopes his stay with the League One club can be prolonged.
He stated, “I’m here for everything. If the club requests this, I would gladly accept.My current goal is to play as many games as possible for Charlton and to help the team end the season strongly. We’re having a good little run. Hopefully, we can retain this form going into the new season.”
The Solihull-born full-back came through the academies at West Brom and Everton and became the Toffees’ youngest-ever player when making his debut in the FA Cup under Carlo Ancelotti in 2021. Small has made seven appearances for the Addicks since joining and, still just a teenager, is an exciting prospect for the club.
Portsmouth youngster set for summer exit
Portsmouth defender Liam Vincent is expected to leave Fratton Park as a free agent this summer having never made a senior appearance for Pompey.
The 20-year-old is on loan at National League side Tonbridge Angels this term and has had his spell extended until the end of the season having impressed at the Longmead Stadium. His versatility has been vital for the side and Portsmouth approved a request for an extension.
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According to The News, the 2021 signing from Bromley will depart Portsmouth when his contract expires this summer without paying for the first team. Portsmouth beat off Championship and Premier League clubs to sign the bright teenager three years ago.
Vincent is anticipated to be one of 11 Portsmouth youngsters released by the promotion-chasing club at the end of the League One season.
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