Charlton Athletic boss Nathan Jones has said he is prepared to “rely” on Danny Hylton as a player this season if needed.
Charlton Athletic have confirmed that they have landed the 35-year-old in a player-coach capacity on a short-term basis. He spent time on trial with the League One side over the summer and has done enough now to land a contract.
Hylton, who is from Camden, cut ties with fellow third tier outfit Northampton Town at the end of last season and officially became a free agent in late June. He has since been weighing up his options in the game.
Jones has said, as per the Addicks’ official website: “Danny is someone I know very, very well who is a true professional. He will be an important member of our squad and coaching team. He will push and educate our players and he will live and breathe the club. When needed, he will be someone we can rely on for something different on the pitch.
“He has been with us since the summer and this role is the start of his coaching journey, and I have no doubt he will continue to have a positive impact on our group.”
