Addicks linked with Portuguese defender

Charlton's links with Portugal may increase if the Addicks firm up their interest in Tiago Valente, a defender at Pacos De Ferreira. The 22-year old started with the club as an Academy player and broke through to the first team in 2004, although he has had loan spells at other clubs. Portuguese sources are claiming that Charlton are prepared to make a bid of £1.5m.