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Kilkenny makes loan switch

Cherries midfielder Gavin Kilkenny has been recalled from his loan with Stoke City and joins Charlton Athletic until the end of the season.

The 22-year-old midfielder returns having made four appearances in all competitions for the Potters.

Kilkenny now switches to the Addicks with the London-based club mid-table in League One.

After 27 league matches this term, Charlton are nine points above the relegation zone and nine points off the play-offs.

Dean Holden’s side faces Exeter City next, travelling to St James’ Park on Saturday, where Kilkenny could make his Addicks debut.