Blackpool have signed Dion Charles on a season-long loan from Huddersfield Town. Charles, a Blackpool academy graduate, scored four goals in 55 appearances for the Terriers.

What's the background?

Dion Charles has played under current Blackpool head coach Ian Evatt at Bolton Wanderers, scoring 57 goals in three years.

Why does it matter for Blackpool?

The signing of Charles and Ilmari Niskanen from Exeter City boosts Blackpool's squad for the upcoming season. Niskanen, a Finland international, played every minute in Exeter City's League One season.

What's the current context?

As of 28 Jun 2026, Blackpool are 13th in League One, with 60 points from 46 games, and a recent form of WWWWL. | Category | Value | | --- | --- | | League standing | 13th | | Points | 60 | | Recent form | WWWWL |

Blackpool's last result was a 1-0 win against Reading on 2026-05-02. Ian Evatt, the Blackpool head coach, said: 'Ilmari will add real energy and quality to our team in a wide area.'