Lewis Ward: Charlton Athletic sign former Swindon Town goalkeeper

Lewis Ward played five times for Swindon in League Two, most recently on 6 January

Charlton Athletic have signed former Swindon Town goalkeeper Lewis Ward on a deal until the end of the season.

The 26-year-old made eight appearances for the Robins earlier this season but left the County Ground last week.

He will strengthen the goalkeeping ranks for the rest of this season with a club option of an additional year.

Ward told the club website: "I'm really excited. They want me to come in, compete and drive the goalkeeping department on."

Addicks head coach Michael Appleton said: "We've needed a third goalkeeper since Sam Walker left the club and Lewis will bring a lot of experience. It's an opportunity for Ash [Maynard-Brewer] and Harry [Isted] to be pushed further and the competition for places will rise."

Ward began his career at Reading and has also played for Exeter City and Sutton United, with two spells at Swindon, most recently in a player-youth coach capacity.

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