Addicks linked with veteran striker

Building on their positive experiences with Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink, now warming the bench at Cardiff, Sky Sports News are linking Charlton with veteran French striker Mickal Pagis.

The 34-year-old enjoyed an impressive season last term with Marseille but has found life tough following his move to Rennes as age takes its toll. Pagis has become the target of the club's supporters and is struggling to make his mark in the first team.

Although his contract with the Brittany outfit runs until 2009, Pagis could be tempted by the challenge of playing in England, even with a Championship outfit [sic].

Thanks, but no thanks. We are not running a rest home for crocks. Better to bring Chris Dickson back from Gillingham and see what he can do.