Dickson hit 11 goals in 14 games in his first loan spell at Gillingham

Gillingham manager Mark Stimson says he has been disappointed with long-term target Chris Dickson.

Stimson pursued the Charlton striker for two years before he finally signed a three-month loan deal in February.

But he has not played in the last two games and Stimson opted to use Dennis Oli as a substitute ahead of Dickson in Saturday's 0-0 draw at Stockport.

"When you saw Chris and what he brought to the table, Dennis brought a bit more," Stimson told BBC Radio Kent.

"Twice he (Dickson) had the ball in the middle of the pitch and he gave it away and put their team on the attack," added Stimson.

"Dennis was on beforehand because he's been absolutely flying in training. It's been hard to leave him out because he's worked his socks off and looked a threat."

This is Dickson's second spell at Priestfield, having scored 11 goals in 14 appearances for the Gills during the the 2007/08 season.

The 25-year-old has also had loan spells at Crewe Alexandra and Bristol Rovers.

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