Charlton defender Adam Matthews suggests that Aiden McGeady is a work in progress at The Valley. He is a bit low on game time, but his quality and experience will show through, especially with a young squad: Glimpses of what he can do
Clearly the media point man for the day, Matthews also says we should not get down about the Blackburn reverse: Won't do us any good to be down
Macauley Bonne will be on the bench at Nottingham Forest tomorrow, as will Aiden McGeady who has recovered from illness. Lyle Taylor is fit: Striker boost
Aiden McGeady did not appear at Stoke because he was ill during the week. Lee Bowyer also gave his rather mixed opinions about debutante David Davis, but thinks he will improve during his stay at Charlton: Has his say on Davis
The signing of Aiden McGeady was the subject of particular complaint by moaners who described him as an injury prone has been. Desmond from Deal even metaphorically threatened to throw himself off Deal Pier, although he might have just as easily been frustrated by the lack of anything worthwhile to do on the concrete abutment into a grey Channel.
Lee Bowyer, however, has no doubts even though McGeady was frozen out at Sunderland. He also discusses the other incoming players: Deadline day deals
One might hope that fans would put some trust in Bowyer's ability to make a judgment about what a player can contribute. But what does Bowyer know, or Steve Gallen?
Charlton have signed experienced midfielder Aiden McGeady from Sunderland on a loan until the end of the season. The winger will train at Sparrows Lane today and will be available for selection against Barnsley: Aiden McGeady
Read about the career of the 33-year old who has played as an Irish international here: Aiden McGeady
The winger had been exiled by shell shocked supremo Phil Parkinson, and was training with the Black Cats’ under-23 side having been told he was free to find a new club during the winter window.
Perhaps I should have accepted Sky's invitation to go on at 06.45, although I always think Skype interviews are low on picture and sound quality, plus the risk of the cat appearing.
Speaking for moaners, Desmond for Deal said: 'This is not the big marquee signing I was hoping for, instead a cast off from League One.'
More positively, the Chicago Addick has commented from Bermuda:' McGeady represents a low risk, if not cheap, loan option. He brings a load of experience and is a midfielder in the Bowyer mould.'
Richard Cawley tweeted early on Friday: 'Charlton hoping to do two more deals today. Hoping. I'm not saying definitely happening.'
