Guy Luzon admits he is keen to get down to business after being appointed head coach of Charlton Athletic.

The former Israel U21 manager has signed a deal until the end of season 2015/16 and replaces Bob Peeters who was sacked on Sunday.

After leading the Israel at the European U21 Championship finals, Luzon, 39, managed Standard Liege.

He said: "I am happy to have joined Charlton and will work as hard as I can t try and make the team successful.

"We have talented players in the squad and it's my job to try and bring the best out of them."

Luzon will link up with Israel national captain Tal Ben Haim who has been a regular in the Charlton team this season.

“It is important to have a positive spirit in the team and I want to ensure the entire group is fighting together for the good of the club," said Luzon.

"I look forward to taking training for the first time and getting my ideas across to the players."

He will be officially unveiled at a press conference tomorrow and is expected to be in the dugout for the first time for the match against Watford on Saturday.

Charlton owner Roland Duchâtelet said: “I think the appointment of Guy Luzon will prove to be a very good one for the club.

“I regard him as an extremely talented coach who has already achieved a lot in his career so far."