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Valley set for huge clearout

12:20pm Tuesday 24th March 2009 in

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ADDICKS coach Mark Kinsella has predicted a big turnover among Charlton’s playing squad after estimating that around 14 members of the current first-team ranks were out of contract this summer.

Among the players nearing the end of their deals are Zheng Zhi and Nicky Weaver.

TOM Soares has returned to Stoke City after his loan deal ended on Saturday.

The midfielder joined the Addicks for an initial month in January, a deal which was then extended until March 21, the day Charlton played Preston North End at home.

However, he was not included in Phil Parkinson's matchday 16 for the fixture with the Lilywhites.

The departure of Soares from SE7 gives the likes of Darren Ambrose, Lloyd Sam and Scott Wagstaff the chance to stake their claim for a regular first-team place between now and the end of the campaign.

Meanwhile, 19-year-old midfielder Josh Wright joined Gillingham on loan until the end of the season on Tuesday and could make his debut against former loan club Brentford this Saturday.

IZALE McLeod’s future at Millwall looks rosier after he was an unused substitute for the Lions in a 3-2 victory against Hartlepool United on Saturday.

The Addicks striker had been left out of the previous few squads following a disagreement with boss Kenny Jackett, but couldn’t return and play for Charlton under the terms of his loan.

Elsewhere, Stuart Fleetwood made his Exeter City debut on Saturday after signing on loan for the Grecians until the end of the season last Wednesday.

TICKETS are currently on general sale for Charlton’s next three home matches against Birmingham City on April 11, Blackpool on April 18 (both 3pm) and Cardiff City on April 21 (7.45pm).

Birmingham seats are priced at £20, £25 and £30 for adults, £15 for over-60s and under-21s and £10 for under-18s.

Blackpool and Cardiff tickets are priced at £15, £20 and £25 adults, £15 for over-60s and under-21s and £10 for under-18s.

All tickets are available in person from the Valley commercial centre and Bexleyheath retail outlet, online at cafc.co.uk, via post, or by calling 0871 226 1905.

SKIPPER Mark Hudson was forced off the field with a head wound on Saturday.

The defender needed stitches after a clash of heads and with just 10 minutes remaining, Phil Parkinson opted to replace him with Matt Holland.

Meanwhile, Dean Sinclair has been ruled out for six months after having an operation on a knee injury, but Jose Semedo was expected to return to training this week after his ankle problem.

FANS keen to collect season highlights compilations can sign up for a DVD offering an on-screen credit as well as all the action from the 2007/08 and 2008/09 Championship campaigns.

Supporters can pledge £20 up front for the DVD, which will include Chris Powell’s memorable final appearance at The Valley last May, as well as footage from three wins over rivals Crystal Palace.

All money will be refunded if there is insufficient take-up and orders can be placed by downloading a form available at cafc.co.uk, or by calling 0871 226 1905.

CAMEROON international Rudolph Douala, recently on trial with Charlton, has signed a short-term contract with Plymouth Argyle.

The attacker impressed in reserve games for the Addicks, but manager Phil Parkinson said: “We wanted to sign him but the finances weren’t there to bring him in.”

ADDICKS youngsters Grant Basey and Jonjo Shelvey could both be in action for their countries this week.

Basey is seeking his first Wales under-21 cap in a 2011 European Championship qualifier against Luxembourg on Friday.

Shelvey is in Hungary with the England under-17 squad for the Elite qualifying round for the European Championships and starts their trio of fixtures against Portugal the same day.

CHARLTON were last week awarded The Football League’s Family Excellence Award for the second season running.

A total of 41 clubs across The Football League received the award, which recognises the outstanding experience they provide for young fans and families at their grounds.

DEFENDER Darren Ward returned to Charlton’s starting XI for Saturday’s 0-0 draw with Preston North End after being ineligible for the previous game against his parent club, Wolverhampton Wanderers.

TICKETS for Charlton’s next away match are currently on general sale.

Southampton tickets on April 4 are priced at £24 for adults, £18 for over-60s and under-19s and £10 for under-16s. All tickets are available in person from the Valley commercial centre and Bexleyheath retail outlet, online at cafc.co.uk, via post, or by calling 0871 226 1905.

MASSIVE reductions are still available on Charlton’s white away kit, with adult shirts reduced to just £15 and juniors only £12.50.

Supporters can bag a bargain in Bexleyheath throughout March, with huge discounts in the club’s retail outlet.

Reductions are also available in the Valley Superstore, online at cafc.co.uk and by calling 020 8858 0391.

THE lead of the Addicks women’s team at the top of the Premier League Southern Division was cut to just two points after their 1-1 draw at Colchester United on Sunday.

Charlton, who travel to Brighton & Hove Albion this Sunday, also have a game in hand on their immediate rivals, but fourth-placed Millwall have played four games fewer and are just four points back.

CHARLTON fans in Orpington were celebrating on Saturday night when two prizes in the Valley Gold draw at the Preston North End game were won by residents of the town.

Robert Newitt (0522) sealed the £750 first prize, while Jane North (0526) took the £350 runners-up prize.

Meanwhile, Bexley’s Geoffrey Hildebrand (0393) won the Jackpot Tickets top prize of £730, while Gravesend’s Colin West (1447) picked up the consolation £100.