Player-coach Hylton extends contract at Charlton

Danny Hylton played for Rotherham, Oxford United, Luton and Northampton before coming to Charlton Athletic

Charlton Athletic player-coach Danny Hylton has extended his contract at the League One club.

Hylton, 35, came to The Valley following his departure from fellow League One side Northampton last summer and has still been training with Charlton despite his initial contract expiring in January.

"The work that they do within the academy is amazing because there's some top, top youngsters, especially in the forward areas as well," Hylton told the club website.

"My role is not to tell them what to do or how to play because they are their own person and player with their own styles, but it's just about giving them little pointers and using my experiences and what I've been through to help them.

"I really enjoy doing it and they are amazing people as well."

The former Luton and Oxford United forward has made eight appearances this season for the Addicks, scoring one goal in all competitions.

"Danny has had a really positive impact on the environment here and has also played an important role in supporting the development of our young strikers," added Charlton manager Nathan Jones.

"He's at the start of his coaching career and already his experience has been invaluable, so I'm pleased he's signed a new contract with us."

Charlton are seventh in the League One table and their next league fixture is away at Leyton Orient on Saturday.