Charlton have appointed Karl Robinson as their new manager.

The 36-year-old former MK Dons boss replaces Russell Slade, who was sacked earlier this month, and becomes Addicks owner Roland Duchatelet's seventh manager since he took charge in January, 2014. Robinson has agreed a two-and-a-half year contract.

Robinson left the Dons by mutual consent in October after six seasons which included promotion to the Championship in 2014-15. That campaign also saw a famous 4-0 League Cup win over Louis van Gaal's Manchester United.

Robinson said: “I am honoured to have been appointed manager of Charlton and can’t wait to get started. Joining such a huge club with a large, passionate fanbase is a really exciting proposition.

“I’ve inherited a talented squad and I’ll be doing everything I can to get the club back into the Championship as soon as possible."

Charlton CEO Katrien Meire said: “Following a thorough appointment process, Karl emerged as the outstanding candidate. He is a very talented, forward-thinking manager and I’m delighted we have been able to bring him to Charlton."