Charlton Athletic bolsters squad with Rob Apter, 22, from Blackpool for an undisclosed fee. The Scotland U21 winger, League Two Young Player of the Year, is Nathan Jones' seventh summer signing ahead of their Championship return.
Versatile midfielder Joe Rankin-Costello, 25, has completed a four-year move to Charlton Athletic from Blackburn Rovers. With 115 Championship appearances for Rovers, he brings valuable experience to Charlton, marking their sixth summer signing.
After a 22-year playing career, Leyton Orient's Darren Pratley, 40, retires from the pitch to take on an Under-21 coaching role with the O's, continuing his legacy at the club.
Former Charlton and Bristol City manager Dean Holden joins Hull City as assistant head coach. Partnering with new head coach Sergej Jakirovic, Holden returns to England from abroad, tasked with fortifying the Tigers' defense.
