Charlton are struggling to agree personal terms with Peterborough midfielder Marcus Maddison after being given permission to speak with the 26-year-old earlier this week, according to Football Insider.

It is understood that Charlton have been holding talks with Maddison this week after having a bid accepted by Peterborough, but a reported disagreement over personal terms means the deal has now reached a major stumbling block.

The two parties are thought to be some distance away from reaching a final agreement over terms, and it is believed that a host of Championship clubs are now keeping a keen eye on the deal in case it eventually falls through.

Peterborough are preparing to sell Maddison this month rather than allowing him to run down his contract at the club, and Charlton are making a serious push to land the attacker who has scored a total of 10 goals so far this campaign.

It would come as a major boost for the Addicks if they can get this deal over the line, particularly given the news that midfielder Conor Gallagher has been recalled by Chelsea, but it appears they are finding it difficult to come to an agreement with Maddison.

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The Verdict

Charlton must make every effort to ensure they get their deal to sign Maddison back on track, as it would come as a serious blow if the Addicks were to lose out on the creative midfielder after putting themselves in such a good position to land his services.

The 26-year-old's goalscoring and assist record means he would add some welcome quality to Charlton's attacking line, and it would also represent a real statement of intent from the Addicks' new owners if they can secure his services.

The last thing Charlton now need it another setback following the loss of Gallagher, particularly given the club's worrying league position at present, so it is of huge importance that the South Londoners get this deal over the line.