Monday 27 June 2016 17:21, UK
Charlton have signed striker Nicky Ajose on a three-year deal from Sky Bet League One rivals Swindon.
The 24-year-old, who joins the Addicks for an undisclosed fee, netted 24 league goals for Swindon last season.
Charlton manager Russell Slade told the club's official website: "Nicky is a fantastic addition for the club. He's a proven goalscorer and was very good for Swindon in this league last season.
"He is very strong in the box, if a defender misses the ball, Nicky is normally the next man there to stick it away.
"He's got a great work ethic as well. He'll bring a lot in terms of the team, he's a real team player and he'll work exceptionally hard.
"I was impressed by his enthusiasm. I couldn't get rid of him when I met him, we sat there talking for an hour and 10 minutes.
"He was talking about the club, he wanted to know everything and that is fantastic. His thirst for knowledge of Charlton and his thirst for getting started and getting cracking was really pleasing."
Ajose added: "I'm really glad to be here and cannot wait to get started. From a personal point of view, it was really nice to get a good tally of goals last year and I feel like if I can do something similar next year then it could end in promotion.
"My aspirations for next season were to be playing in the Championship but when a team like Charlton come calling then I felt it was an opportunity that I could not turn down.
"I'm delighted to have it all signed so early and am really looking forward to getting started."
