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Post by keepthefaith on Jul 5, 2024 14:01:34 GMT
www.charltonafc.com/news/charlton-complete-greg-docherty-signingCharlton Athletic are delighted to confirm the signing of midfielder Greg Docherty. The 27-year-old joins the Addicks following a four-year spell at Hull City, where he made 143 appearances and lifted the Sky Bet League One title during his debut season with the Tigers. Docherty has put pen to paper on a three-year deal, with a club option of an additional year, to become Charlton’s seventh signing of the summer. Manager Nathan Jones commented: “We’re really delighted to get this signing over the line, he’s someone we’ve been chasing for a long time, all through the summer. He’s a player that has been promoted from this league and has been a Championship player for a long period of time. He has real pedigree as a person, an athlete and a player. “He’s someone that we’re really thrilled to have acquired, again we’ve had to beat off a lot of opposition for his signature. He’ll add real competition, real strength, real leadership qualities to the team and there is big scope for him to develop and move forward with us.” Technical Director Andy Scott added: “Greg is a player who we have had a strong interest in since we came to the club and the fact that we have managed to secure his signature with the options he had is really pleasing. “He’s a player with lots of different qualities and is ideally suited to Nathan’s style. We’ve all worked very hard to get this over the line and Greg adds another very strong midfield option, bringing quality on the ball, tenacity, leadership, outstanding professionalism and game understanding to the group. “We look forward to seeing him in a Charlton shirt and I’m sure he’ll quickly become a fans’ favourite.” Born in Milngavie, Scotland, Docherty began his career at Hamilton Academical and progressed through the academy ranks to sign his first professional deal aged 16. In December 2013, he made his senior debut against Alloa Athletic at the age of just 17. The Scot would go on to make 108 appearances for the Accies prior to earning a move to Scottish giants Glasgow Rangers in January 2018. He featured 14 times for Rangers in the latter half of the 2017/18 campaign before moving to Sky Bet League One side Shrewsbury Town on loan. The midfielder netted 10 goals and registered 11 assists during a hugely-successful season with the Shrews, culminating in him being named as the club’s Player of the Year. Upon his return to Rangers, Docherty made a further five appearances in the Scottish League Cup and Europa League qualifying rounds prior to joining Hibernian on loan in January 2020. He immediately impressed at Easter Road, contributing three goals and five assists during the Coronavirus-hit campaign. Docherty completed a permanent move to Hull City in the summer of 2020 and quickly established himself as a fans’ favourite after starring in the Tigers’ Sky Bet League One title-winning campaign. He featured 41 times across all competitions during the following season as Hull retained their second-tier status. The former Scotland youth international continued his influence in 2022/23, making 36 appearances and scoring the Tigers’ Goal of the Season in a 3-1 triumph at Blackpool. Docherty arrives at The Valley having played a role last season for Hull, who missed out on the Sky Bet Championship play-off places on the final day.
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Post by cafcginge on Jul 5, 2024 14:04:47 GMT
So I’ll be honest it’s a great signing but what is his main role. Is he an 8 6 or 10? Because Coventry berry and dochery sounds great but is that too defensive unless berry can be a 10? Can someone clear me up on what we can expect from him and what our midfield 3 may look like?
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Post by reamsofverse on Jul 5, 2024 14:14:16 GMT
Very good signing. Well done Brad, great shout. I knew. we might try for another by the end of the week but no prior knowledge as to who. Must have been very last minute. 👏👏👏
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Post by reddan12 on Jul 5, 2024 14:16:07 GMT
So I’ll be honest it’s a great signing but what is his main role. Is he an 8 6 or 10? Because Coventry berry and dochery sounds great but is that too defensive unless berry can be a 10? Can someone clear me up on what we can expect from him and what our midfield 3 may look like? He's a 8 boxs to boxs midfielder he can play as a 6 but he naturally a 8. In he's early career he played as a 10 but has not done that much in the last few year . He fits the system and style we have and Jones doesn't really play with a naturally number 10 he usually converts a winger there or one of the two 8s playing will play as a 10. |
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Post by aaronaldo on Jul 5, 2024 14:18:30 GMT
Very happy with this signing. I guess that means Dobbo won't be back as well.
Squad is coming together nicely!
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Post by reamsofverse on Jul 5, 2024 14:19:04 GMT
That's the end of Dobson coming back.
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Post by reddan12 on Jul 5, 2024 14:25:35 GMT
We have been after the lad for few years under different managers. I'm glad for whatever scout has been pushing for us to bring him in has finally got a it done and convinced the manager that this is profile he is looking for.
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Post by cafcginge on Jul 5, 2024 14:42:57 GMT
So I’ll be honest it’s a great signing but what is his main role. Is he an 8 6 or 10? Because Coventry berry and dochery sounds great but is that too defensive unless berry can be a 10? Can someone clear me up on what we can expect from him and what our midfield 3 may look like? He's a 8 boxs to boxs midfielder he can play as a 6 but he naturally a 8. In he's early career he played as a 10 but has not done that much in the last few year . He fits the system and style we have and Jones doesn't really play with a naturally number 10 he usually converts a winger there or one of the two 8s playing will play as a 10. that makes sense. Two 8s can work better to be fair with both rotating as to who pushes forward during a game while providing balance. Also provides a bit of variety in attacks |
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Post by valley on Jul 5, 2024 14:47:34 GMT
Happy with this.
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Post by aucklandaddick on Jul 5, 2024 14:47:35 GMT
Lots of very positive views about Docherty from Hull fans commented on the CAFC F/B site…….
Posters on the Hull forum very complimentary about Jones and us as a club…..many saying Docherty had plenty of Championship clubs after him but chose us…..👍
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Post by kings hill addick on Jul 5, 2024 15:04:24 GMT
That's the end of Dobson coming back. We've heard that before.  |
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Post by weststandfruitloop on Jul 5, 2024 15:07:08 GMT
GD an upgrade on GD. Good stuff.
PS The latter is reportedly in Wrexham right now having talks.
Perhaps Reams can get a signed photo for the Dobbo lovers on here?
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Post by manikin on Jul 5, 2024 15:14:28 GMT
We're getting stronger by the day.
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Post by divot on Jul 5, 2024 15:23:31 GMT
That's the end of Dobson coming back. Agreed. My mate is a Hull die-hard....his view "he's a fighter and he'll get stuck in for you" Perhaps a Darren Pratley type. |
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Post by 995632 on Jul 5, 2024 15:24:10 GMT
We have been after the lad for few years under different managers. I'm glad for whatever scout has been pushing for us to bring him in has finally got a it done and convinced the manager that this is profile he is looking for. Oh no! A Scott signing then, not a Jones one!?!? Must be foisting him on Nathan with no say in it... Unbelievable!!! Where's my pitch fork and flaming torch? |
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Post by aucklandaddick on Jul 5, 2024 15:26:14 GMT
We have been after the lad for few years under different managers. I'm glad for whatever scout has been pushing for us to bring him in has finally got a it done and convinced the manager that this is profile he is looking for. Oh no! A Scott signing then, not a Jones one!?!? Must be foisting him on Nathan with no say in it... Unbelievable!!! Where's my pitch fork and flaming torch? Maybe just Jones and Scott were in total agreement on this one…….🤔🤔 |
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Post by madz on Jul 5, 2024 16:30:16 GMT
Another centre midfielder, not bad at all. Has a decent shot on him from the looks of it. Happy with this one.
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Post by valley on Jul 5, 2024 18:54:30 GMT
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Post by perryjames87 on Jul 5, 2024 20:59:08 GMT
That's the end of Dobson coming back. I'm happy with that, Dobson didn't want to sign on with us, made a catastrophic error and now has his pick of league one clubs, we don't need or want anyone who isn't fully committed to the cause, I think the only reason Dobson bit down and played his socks off towards the end was to put himself in the shop window because I have no doubt he knew what he was gonna do when it came time to move to Hungary. I'd like to see another midfielder come in, maybe one who can operate out wide if needs be, maybe a loan wide player, another centre half and possibly a 1st choice keeper though I think he might give Mannion a go in goal. Would like to see maybe Wiredu come in as he is versatile. |
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Post by huddy1978 on Jul 5, 2024 21:18:15 GMT
The spine of the team is looking strong, with Small and Ramsay ripping down the lines as well, I can see us having a great season, well hoping!
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Post by aucklandaddick on Jul 6, 2024 10:50:17 GMT
All a bit strange having no photos yet of Docherty in a Charlton shirt and the customary intro video…….
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Post by aaronaldo on Jul 6, 2024 11:07:13 GMT
All a bit strange having no photos yet of Docherty in a Charlton shirt and the customary intro video……. I think it was a rushed announcement as they wanted him for today potentially? |
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Post by tonyshootersbull on Jul 6, 2024 12:58:58 GMT
Greg doughty was at the training ground today with jesse costa and couple of others he had a training session with the u21 nice lad had a chat with him.u18 lost 3.1 to Cambridge utd u18 charlton missed a penalty
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Post by DFT on Jul 7, 2024 11:11:02 GMT
Who are Greg Doughty and Jesse Costa?
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Post by tonyshootersbull on Jul 7, 2024 12:18:01 GMT
Who are Greg Doughty is a scotish midfielder and who has played for Glasgow rangers. and Jesse Costa? Is u20 Canadian captain plays in midfield he's 19 years old.and has played in Germany
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Post by hongkongaddick on Jul 7, 2024 14:31:07 GMT
That's the end of Dobson coming back. I'm happy with that, Dobson didn't want to sign on with us, made a catastrophic error and now has his pick of league one clubs, we don't need or want anyone who isn't fully committed to the cause, I think the only reason Dobson bit down and played his socks off towards the end was to put himself in the shop window because I have no doubt he knew what he was gonna do when it came time to move to Hungary. I'd like to see another midfielder come in, maybe one who can operate out wide if needs be, maybe a loan wide player, another centre half and possibly a 1st choice keeper though I think he might give Mannion a go in goal. Would like to see maybe Wiredu come in as he is versatile. Don’t be silly - well documented he wanted a 2 year deal (fair enough at his age) and we only offered a 1 (could have been 2/3 but it’s the same principle). He’s not greedy at all and has been a very fine player covering up the inadequacies of many of his team mates throughout his time at the club. Good luck to him wherever he ends up. |
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Post by DFT on Jul 7, 2024 15:49:17 GMT
Who are Greg Doughty is a scotish midfielder and who has played for Glasgow rangers. and Jesse Costa? Is u20 Canadian captain plays in midfield he's 19 years old.and has played in Germany Oh, Greg Docherty, I thought you meant somebody else. The other lad sounds interesting! |
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Post by 1978sussex on Jul 7, 2024 17:20:23 GMT
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Post by 1978sussex on Jul 7, 2024 17:20:48 GMT
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Post by 995632 on Jul 7, 2024 17:21:30 GMT
Who are Greg Doughty is a scotish midfielder and who has played for Glasgow rangers. and Jesse Costa? Is u20 Canadian captain plays in midfield he's 19 years old.and has played in Germany Oh, Greg Docherty, I thought you meant somebody else. The other lad sounds interesting! Can you imagine if we managed to sign this Doughty to go with Docherty? Would they compliment each other or would they get on each other's way doing the same runs etc.? Can they both play in the same team? |
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