Charlton defender Chris Solly is on Team GB's long list for this summer's Olympic Games.

GB boss Stuart Pearce has written to Solly to check his availability and the 21-year-old full-back, who signed a new two-year contract last week, says he would jump at the chance to be involved at London 2012.

"I was absolutely shocked when I received the letter," he told the club's official website.

"I'm delighted to be on the long list,and if I was to make it I would be over the moon. It would be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for me.

"I've no idea how long the list is but just to be recognised in that group is a pleasure and a privilege."

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