Palace sign McCarthy from Addicks to replace Hudson

By Sportsmail Reporter
Updated: 09:44 EST, 12 June 2008

Crystal Palace have signed Charlton defender Paddy McCarthy in a £500,000 deal.

McCarthy, 25, has agreed a three-year contract with the Eagles after holding talks with boss Neil Warnock early this week.

The Irish centre-half replaces the departed Mark Hudson, who joined Charlton on a free transfer earlier this month.

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Replaced: Paddy McCarthy has been bought to replace Mark Hudson (above right) who joined Charlton earlier this month

Warnock said: "I've chased Paddy for about five years and I'm delighted to get him."