Charlton Athletic manager Lee Bowyer says he signed Manchester United midfielder Dylan Levitt on the recommendation of Nicky Butt.

The 19-year-old has left United on loan for the first time in an attempt to secure first-team experience.

And Bowyer has revealed that Butt - head of first team development at United - said Levitt was the best passer at the club.

Asked what about the signing he was most impressed with Bowyer told Charlton's official website: "His passing, he doesn't give the ball away, as a midfielder that is important.

"He keeps the ball at the right times and he has the vision to open up any defence. I spoke to Nicky Butt at Manchester United, he said 'he's the best passer we have at the club'. If Nicky tells me that he can pass then I take his word for it.

"He's another good addition to the squad, he's a very good player. He's got talent and he's a Wales international. It just makes it more competitive for the players if you're bringing in international players."