Chelsea youngster joins Charlton on loan

Charlton have clinched the signing of Chelsea youngster Jay Dasilva on loan for the rest of the season.

The 18-year-old, who can play at left-back or on the left of midfield, will officially join the Addicks when the transfer window opens.

A number of League clubs expressed an interest in Dasilva, who is a product of Chelsea’s academy and has featured for their development side this season.

“I’m delighted to sign here on loan until the end of the season and I cannot wait to get started,” he told Charlton’s website.

“This is my first loan move, so I’m itching to get going and I’m looking forward to getting familiar with everything around here.

“I see myself as an attack-minded player. I’m not the tallest but I’m very quick and this is the next step for me in my development as a player.

“I think that Charlton is the right place for me to take that step.”