Charlton have appointed Russell Slade as their new manager on a three-year deal.

The Addicks had been searching for a successor to Jose Riga after the Belgian resigned on the final day of the season.

Slade said: “I am very pleased to be appointed manager of Charlton, a club with a fantastic tradition and history.

“I was attracted to Charlton as it has great facilities, passionate fans and a very successful academy. This is a hugely exciting opportunity and I cannot wait to get started.”

Charlton CEO Katrien Meire added: “We’re delighted to have agreed terms with Russell.

“We don’t underestimate the challenge of getting Charlton back into the Championship.

“We believe Russell is the man to help us achieve this and, with the help of everyone involved in the club, ensure that Charlton have a successful 2016/17 campaign.

“Russell has vast experience in the division and is a two-time League One Manager of The Year.

“He joins us as manager on a long-term contract and his appointment represents the start of an exciting new era at the club under his guidance.”