By Richard Cawley
CHARLTON’S new owners are confident they could make their first moves in the transfer market by the end of this week, writes Richard Cawley.
Brixton-born businessman Tony Jimenez, who bought the club along with lawyer Michael Slater on New Year’s Eve, has already discussed potential targets with manager Phil Parkinson.
Jimenez was formerly in charge of player recruitment at Newcastle and has extensive contacts, including England boss Fabio Capello. His knowledge of talent in Spain and South America could allow the Addicks to pick up some hidden gems.
Chairman Slater also hinted that his partner’s connections may also lead to loan deals from Premier League clubs.
He said: “I read some comments on the fans’ forum that we’ll be making a £750,000 bid for Bradley Wright-Phillips at Plymouth but I simply don’t know where these things come from.
“I hope by the end of this week that there could be other announcements that could be made.
“We need to also be clever about loanee signings as well, that’s where Tony’s contacts are going to be crucial.
“Not too many Premier League clubs want to send out players below the Championship but we feel we might be able to use Tony’s contacts and secure some loanees.”
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excellent. Don't like to see anybody put out of work but lets face it, they'll have a decent pay off. Feel as though i'm on the board. Swiss Tony - if your reading - Well done son, feel like your treating me like a beautiful woman - keep it up.