Charlton Athletic confirm loan deal for Ipswich Town midfielder

Charlton Athletic have signed Ipswich Town midfielder Panutche Camara on a season-long loan.

The 26-year-old was a dominant influence for Plymouth Argyle for two campaigns, leading to a reported £500,000 fee being paid by Ipswich Town in September 2022.

Camara, who started in non-league with Dulwich Hamlet, only made four appearances for the Tractor Boys last season due to a groin injury which required surgery.

“Pan is an excellent addition as he offers us something different in the middle of the park,” said Addicks manager Dean Holden. “He’s a good ball carrier who plays with real dynamism and is equally adept in both his defensive and attacking responsibilities.

“He’s a player I’ve admired for a long time for his selfless attitude to do what’s required for the team and his willingness to leave absolutely everything out on the pitch. I’m really looking forward to working with him.”

Camara, who has been capped by Guinea-Bissau, is Charlton’s fourth signing of the summer transfer window.

He said: “First of all I would like to thank Charlton for the opportunity to join this football club. My conversations with the manager were very good. He showed me the project and that’s why I signed. I can’t wait to start and meet the fans.”

Charlton chief executive Peter Storrie added: “He is a player we’ve had our eye on for a while and there was interest from elsewhere in signing him, so I’m pleased he has chosen to join us.

“He gives us something different in midfield, which was important as we continue to build a squad that we believe can challenge for a top-six place this season.”