CHARLTON have snapped up Costa Rica international Christian Bolanos on a one-year loan deal.

The Addicks completed the signing on Wednesday and have an option to buy the winger before the loan expires.

The 22-year-old, formerly of Deportivo Saprissa, has put pen to paper following a successful trial period.

He said: "It has always been my ambition to play in the Premiership.

"I am now flying back to Costa Rica to bring back my girlfriend and daughter, and I know they will love it here. I can't wait for the season to start."

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