Championship side Reading have already been reasonably busy this summer with seven signings coming through the door at the Select Car Leasing Stadium.

In fairness, they required these additions considering the number of players that have left Berkshire in recent months, with the likes of John Swift, Josh Laurent and Andy Rinomhota all going elsewhere on the expiration of their contracts.

Most of their loanees have also gone, with Tom Dele-Bashiru, Danny Drinkwater and Baba Rahman all returning to their parent clubs in May, though Tom Ince has put pen to paper on a long-term deal at the second-tier side.

So far this summer, they have been limited to recruiting free agents and loanees with Ince and Bouzanis both arriving at the end of their deals at Stoke City and Sutton United, Shane Long coming in earlier this month and Sam Hutchinson officially joining this week.

However, there are quite a few other potential free transfers they could look at in the coming days and weeks - and we have picked eight out-of-contract players who could be suited to the Royals.

30-year-old Jeanvier was already on trial at the Select Car Leasing Stadium earlier this month and he would be a brilliant addition if they can agree terms, with the ex-Brentford man one of the better free-agent centre-backs about.

Although they already have a decent amount of depth on paper in this area, Liam Moore is unlikely to be fit for the start of the season and after conceding the joint-highest number of goals in the division last term, a shake-up is certainly needed in this area.

The 30-year-old could be the calming and experienced head needed in the backline - and could be particularly useful when Scott Dann is on the sidelines.

He was unlucky with injuries during his time with the Bees - but didn't disgrace himself when he was on the pitch for Thomas Frank's side and because of this - it would be a no-brainer to sign him if he passes a medical.

Returning to Morocco recently for personal reasons though, they may have to be patient and wait for the French-born man to return.

This may be a bit of an ambitious one considering the Royals' wage restrictions this summer - but this could end up being a move that works out for all parties.

After failing to assert himself as a regular for the Cottagers last term, spending much of his time behind Tim Ream and Tosin Adarabioyo in the pecking order, Hector was released on the expiration of his contract at Craven Cottage.

For the player, he would get the chance to return to his former club and wouldn't have to move his family across the country in doing so, so this could end up being a good move for the player.

And comparing him and Alfie Mawson, the former is much less injury-prone and with this, could be a better option to pursue at this stage if a sensible wage package can be negotiated.

Even if it's just a one-year deal, it's probably worth the Royals bringing him in.

33-year-old Taylor is available on a free transfer following the expiration of his contract at Middlesbrough.

Again, this is another one where wages may be an issue but if the Royals can give him the opportunity to stay in the second tier, it's an opportunity the Welshman may jump at.

Able to play as a full-back and a wing-back, he could be a good asset for Paul Ince's side both defensively and going forward if he arrives and could be a decent short-term option at the SCL Stadium.

He would certainly be a capable option to have in the Berkshire side's current division and may be content with sitting on the bench at times, making him an ideal addition at the club.

34-year-old Wallace didn't exactly enjoy the most fruitful spell at Queens Park Rangers because of injuries - but if the Royals can get half a season out of him and half a season out of Taylor - he would be a worthwhile addition.

He may have earned a much better salary at Loftus than he would get in Berkshire - but the chance to stay in the second tier may be a tempting opportunity so it wouldn't be a surprise to see him accept reduced terms.

Ben Purrington could have been another option but he has joined Ross County since his departure from Charlton Athletic, making him a previous option that Ince's side can no longer pursue.

Following a one-year stay at the SCL Stadium, the Royals should be free from EFL restrictions and can then recruit a longer-term option in this area. For now, someone like Wallace would be sufficient.

22-year-old Guinness-Walker is already on trial with the Royals and could be a good backup option to have with Brandon Ormonde-Ottewill currently out injured.

It would be a big ask for the former to take the step up from AFC Wimbledon to a side in the second tier - but he looked bright against West Ham United and came on against his former side at Plough Lane in midweek.

He probably wouldn't demand a huge wage and with the club desperately needing to address this position before the season starts, they could do a lot worse than offer him a deal.

At 22, Guinness-Walker could be an excellent long-term addition if he can make the step up to the second tier seamlessly.

Former Leicester City and Chelsea man Drinkwater is certainly someone that should be taken under consideration, with the 32-year-old performing extremely well towards the latter stages of his time in Berkshire.

He may have been unpopular with Reading's supporters at times during 2021/22 - but redeemed himself in the last couple of months of the season and has boosted his chances of finding a new club with that.

However, he hasn't been snapped up yet and with the Royals needing another midfield option, they could offer him a one-year deal.

But it's currently unclear whether he would be willing to accept the limited salary on offer, with the Berkshire side not able to hand out lucrative deals due to the transfer restrictions they remain under.

Former England international Carroll arrived at the SCL Stadium last November and enjoyed a reasonably positive stay before leaving for West Bromwich Albion in January.

However, he has been released by the Baggies since then and although his injury record can be questioned throughout his career, he managed to remain fit for much of the 2021/22 campaign.

If the Royals can come to a cheap agreement with the forward, he could be utilised as a plan B option for the Berkshire outfit and considering he already became accustomed to his surroundings at the club last year, he may be open to a return.

The chance to stay in England may also be tempting, so this is a move that shouldn't be ruled out if he's willing to accept a modest salary once more. A one-year deal would be sufficient though as a potential short-term replacement for George Puscas.

Looking at most other free-agent options in the forward department, Berahino is probably one of the better ones and already knows Hutchinson from their time together at Hillsborough last season.

This could make it easier to convince the ex-West Bromwich Albion man to come to Berkshire, though he probably won't and probably shouldn't be one of the first names on the teamsheet.

He scored nine goals in all competitions for Darren Moore's side last season though, potentially making him a useful addition that could chip in with the occasional goal and help to keep the Royals afloat in the second tier.

Again, a one-year deal would be ideal ahead of a potential revamp of the forward department next year.