Reading are facing a real struggle to turn this season into a successful one with the run to the play-off final of two seasons ago now seeming a very, very long time ago. 

The Royals currently sit third-bottom of the Championship table, occupying the final spot in the relegation zone, but are just one point behind Rotherham United.

Signs of improvement have started to emerge in recent weeks under Jose Gomes, as well.

Last Saturday saw them pick up a well-earned point against Aston Villa at the Madjeski Stadium in a 0-0 draw and, the nasty injury to Nelson Oliveira aside, it was a thoroughly encouraging performance.

It meant they had now lost just once in their last four matches and received some more good news on Tuesday in terms of personnel.

Left-back Jordan Obita underwent surgery on a knee injury suffered in September 2017 and is now well on the way to full fitness.

He is a popular figure at the club and here is how the fans reacted to the encouraging update...