Oxford complete defensive signing ahead of Charlton visit
Oxford United have completed the signing of defender Greg Leigh ahead of tomorrow’s League One clash against Charlton Athletic.
The left-back has left Ipswich Town on a permanent deal to join Liam Manning’s side.
Leigh came through at Manchester City’s academy and has had spells at Aberdeen and
He told the club website: “I’ve played against Oxford a few times now and they are always really good on the ball and looking to get on the front foot.
“I met with Liam Manning and he talked me through where the club sees itself not just this year but in the future, and that really sold it to me. I can’t wait to be involved.”
The Addicks head to The Kassam tomorrow afternoon for their fifth outing of the campaign.
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Team News, Form and Prediction as Oxford United Welcome Charlton
The U’s enjoyed a memorable week last time out with away wins at Derby and Barnsley. Those three points followed their first victory of the season in their opening home match against Carlisle.
Results have almost been the opposite for the Addicks. Unlike Oxford, Charlton won their opening game of the season but have lost their last four matches, including three in the league against Peterborough, Bristol Rovers and Ports Vale.
Jordan Thorniley is still out for the U’s while Marcus Browne was forced off at Oakwell. Summer signing Panutche Camara is a doubt for the visitors, who are also without Chuks Aneke, Miles Leaburn and Scott Fraser.
The U’s could welcome new signing Greg Leigh in the matchday squad following his arrival from Ipswich.
Oxford have a good record against Charlton in recent seasons. The Addicks have just one win from the last six meetings, with the U’s picking up three victories in that run. Since Charlton’s relegation to League One in 2016, the Addicks have just that solitary win in 13 meetings.
Predicted line-up: James Beadle, Ciaron Brown, Stephan Negru, Elliott Moore, Sam Long, Josh McEachran, Marcus McGuane, Cameron Brannagan, Tyler Goodrham, Stanley Mills, Mark Harris.
Prediction: Oxford United 2-0 Charlton Athletic
