Charlton On Darren Move

By Aston
June 15 2007

Charlton Athletic have explained Darren Bent's choice to reject the transfer from Charlton to West Ham yesterday.

Charlton chief executive Peter Varney: "We set a valuation for Darren and West Ham were the only club prepared to meet that valuation.

"This morning we gave them permission to speak to Darren, which he did, and he has decided not to join West Ham.

"We therefore look forward to Darren starting with us in the Championship next season, which is a massive boost to our chances of returning to the Premier League."

Source: Charlton Athletic - the official website

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