Huddersfield Town transfer latest: Dion Charles heads out to League One rivals Blackpool FC on loan
HUDDERSFIELD Town striker Dion Charles has joined Blackpool – the club where his football career began – on a season-long loan.
The 30-year-old, who is about to enter the final year of his Terriers contract – after joining from Bolton Wanderers for a significant six-figure fee in the 2025 winter window – has had a difficult time since heading to West Yorkshire.
He has now been allowed to head out to a League One rival on loan following the recent decision to allow Alfie May to link up with former club Doncaster Rovers for the 2026-27 campaign.
Charles has found the net four times in 55 appearances for Town.
The Preston-born player came through the ranks at Blackpool, but did not make a first-team appearance for the Seasiders.
He links up with a familiar face at Bloomfield Road in the shape of Pool head coach Ian Evatt, who he previously worked under at Bolton.
Town sporting director Chris Markham commented: "Dion joining Blackpool on loan is a move that suits the best interests of everyone involved.
"We could not guarantee Dion minutes in the coming season, and he now has the opportunity for a fresh start.
"For the club, it’s good that we can get this move completed relatively early in the transfer window. It gives us all additional clarity as we look to shape our squad under Martin Drury for the new season."
Head coach Drury added: "I’d like to wish Dion the very best of luck with his loan move to Blackpool.
"I’m pleased that we’ve reached a mutually beneficial agreement and hope to see Dion succeed with his loan club.”