Reading FC have enjoyed a solid run of form in recent weeks, despite defeat to Ipswich Town in their last fixture.

A large portion of their success must be attributed to goalkeeper Vito Mannone, with the Italian making a string of phenomenal saves in recent weeks to provide the Royals with the foundation for an unlikely push for the top-six.

The Italian joined in the summer from Sunderland, and has established himself as a popular figure under Jaap Stam at The Madejski Stadium.

Mannone had endured a horrible week, with the horrific news that his mother had passed away.

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In what will undoubtedly be a difficult time for the former Arsenal man, Mannone posted a Tweet declaring his readiness for tomorrow’s visit of struggling Burton Albion.

Fans took to Twitter to lend their support to the 29-year-old…