Republic of Ireland international defender Ian Harte has had second thoughts about joining Charlton after agreeing a two-month contract.

The 31-year-old former Leeds and Sunderland left-back was expected to sign on Tuesday morning only to have a sudden change of heart.

He was earmarked to become the club's second signing in 24 hours following the loan capture of 18-year-old Sunderland striker Martyn Waghorn.

Harte played for Charlton Reserves in Monday night's 4-3 defeat by Crystal Palace.

Included in the Charlton team was former Southampton defender Darren Powell. Long-term injury casualties Jonathan Fortune and Therry Racon made their comebacks in the game.