NEWPORT County AFC have confirmed that striker Zak Ansah has returned to the club on loan from Championship side Charlton Athletic.

Ansah made one start and for substitute apperances for the Exiles under Terry Butcher, the last at Dagenham and Redbridge on September 19.

The former Arsenal youngster suffered concussion in that match and returned to the Addicks for treatment.

He returns to Rodney Parade on a two-month loan deal, having previously worked with County manager John Sheridan at Plymouth Argyle last season.

In total he made ten appearances for Plymouth, helping them reach the League Two playoffs and scored in the semi-final against Wycombe Wanderers.

Sheridan said: “I know Zak well and he did very well last season for me at Plymouth.

“When he played last season he was really effective and I am very pleased we have got him here. I know a lot a lot about him.

“If he plays on a regular basis, he is someone who can be very beneficial to us. We need goals to win games, and Zak will bring that."

The deal will run until December 12, with provisions that he will be available to play in FA Cup ties.

Ansah will be available for selection for Saturday's trip to Mansfield, subject to the club acquiring international clearance.