This week, Charlton Athletic announced that Alfie Doughty had been promoted to the first team. This is likely an announcement that Addicks fans have been anticipating, considering that the player has already featured for the first team 13 times in the league this season, notching himself a goal in the process.
The 20-year-old plays in the middle of the park, but is versatile enough to play at either left-midfield or left-back. When the club announced this news, Charlton Athletic fans were thrilled. They think the lad has thoroughly deserved the promotion, and believe he has a ton of potential.
Well deserved. Boy is going places- hopefully with us!
— Shiloh62 (@peterbarratt13) February 6, 2020
Fully deserved Going to be a top player
— 100%Charlton (@100PercentCafc) February 6, 2020
Well deserved a very exciting prospect
— Vic Paul (@VPcafc) February 6, 2020
Going to be a
— Adam Woodsford (@adamwoodsford94) February 6, 2020
Do you think Alfie Doughty will become a star?
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Some fans give credit to the academy, claiming that he is going to be the next big star to progress through Charlton’s youth ranks. Hopefully, he proves them right.
Next big star from our academy, well deserved and hopefully now on a first team contract and not an academy one. Keep up the good work Alfie, been superb.
— Shaun H (@SH92_HS) February 6, 2020
One of the most exciting talents to come through in my opinion. #cafc
— Scott Tulloch (@TattooedAndBald) February 6, 2020
What do we think?
Doughty will be hoping to now begin challenging for regular first-team football under Lee Bowyer. It is clear that the youngster has already impressed his boss after receiving the promotion, and will be eager to take the next big step in his career.