Charlton could have qualified for Europe, but selling Scott Parker to Chelsea made the difference. The manager didn't want him to go and there was a disagreement': Former Addicks star highlights key reason why they failed to maintain 2003/04 form

The sale of Scott Parker to Chelsea made the difference. We had a good balance, especially in midfield, where Scott and I combined well.

It was a big thing when Scott left. Curbs [Curbishley] didn't want him to go; there was a bit of a disagreement. But we had our chance to qualify and let ourselves down after he departed.

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